Anyone else addicted to fishing as an escape?

1w ago·1 min read

Lately I've been going out fishing like twice a week just to get away and have some quiet time. My wife thinks I'm overdoing it but honestly it's the only time I feel like myself. Something about being out on the water just clears my head. Plus sometimes I actually catch something which is a bonus. Does anyone else use fishing as their main escape or is that weird? What's your favorite spot around here?

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MMarcoNew Dad1w ago

Quiet time is essential, especially if you're grinding during the week. Fishing is way better than some other escapes. Your wife might get it more if you explain what it actually does for your headspace.

DDerek L.New Dad1w ago

Fishing twice a week sounds like you really need that time. As long as you're checking in with your wife about the schedule, that's your mental health maintenance. Nothing wrong with that.

EEvan M.New Dad1w ago

Man I feel this. Used to fish all the time before kids but now I'm lucky if I get out once a month. The quiet time is so necessary though. How do you manage the twice weekly schedule with work and family stuff?

DDerek P.Regular1w ago

Twice a week sounds perfect honestly. That's not avoiding stuff, that's taking care of your mental health. I try to get out whenever I can for the same reason. Wife gets it now.

CChris R.Regular1w ago

Fishing is legit therapy. I do the same thing with woodworking in the garage. Just need that space to decompress without anyone asking me where their socks are.