OT: Healthy...

[67pro-street]

Hello All,
I know that a lot of people on here weld for a profession...but does anyone here agree with me that welding is just so darn therapeutic. I had a crappy day yesterday and i felt awful and dead tired all day at work (i dont weld at work). I went home and worked on a project im making. I swear, when that arc started and i watched that puddle move around it was the most peaceful and relaxing thing i've felt in a long time. I loved it, nothing to think about but to make sure i move in a straight line, i just pushed everything else out of my brain and had fun. Well i just thought i'd post this to see if anyone else feels like this. I don't post on here too often but i'm always on this forum to get advice and maybe offer some help if i can, but i also wanted to mention how great its been to get to know some of you. Even reading all your posts, its cool to kind of know how people think and what theyre like. Seems like everyone on here is a genuinely nice person. Well sorry for the rambling...it was just one of those days...
Thanks

[BDKS]

Get you head out of the fumes ... Just kidding. I have worked in technical support and data centers. Big corporate is sometimes very stressful. I enjoyed doing electrical work and the days went quick. I think a big part of it, welding or any other project is you can step back at the end of day and see what you accomplished. Something that many times does not apply to corporate jobs.

[jbmprods]

well i agree welding does have that effect on me till i screw something up then i get a chance to calm myself down and get my much needed exercise also. i grab that big 12lb hammer by the bench and violently began to rather forcibly inflict structural damage to the offending project (great stress relief).i have in the past learned how to use the fumes to aid in calming me by simply sprinkling a little bit of weed in the path to be welded. (NORMAL DISCLAIMER APPLIES) note this should not be atempted at home or by the weak at heart. and please consult your doctor for advice before attempting this.

[IRON TO ART]

I work at a desk all day and love coming home to spend some time in the shop, Doesn't have to be welding just something that gives me a feeling of accomplishment. Tonight I fixed the rear speakers in my truck and sealed up the windsheild where its been leaking. Now I can rest peacefully.