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How Fishing Can Improve Mental Health

Edgar Alacan

· Mental Health
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Edgar Alacan from Lake Como, New Jersey is the managing director of JETS.COM in New York, where he handles day-to-day operations, including managing employees and overseeing sales activities. Outside of his work, Edgar Alacan likes to fish and understands the hobby's mental health benefits.

Today, mental health is common, with various interventions being developed for treatment. One of these is animal watching owing to its aesthetic and mind-calming attributes. Fishing, specifically, has been quite effective.

Fishing demands a lot of attention, thereby acting as a good distraction. It also helps reduce anxiety and shields the mind from depression. Additionally, it involves various physical bodily movements that improve a person's mood. Studies show that it also helps lower cortisol (the stress hormone) levels, making it ideal for fighting stress.

Besides, catching fish brings some satisfaction that can improve a person's self-esteem since it proves that they can learn a skill and be good at it. Moreover, simple challenges such as troubleshooting and changing the bait help develop problem-solving skills and critical thinking. Consequently, this enhances creativity and innovation.