Woodworking is and has been for a very long time a strong field in industry as well as in our sheds and garages as a hobby.My friend says woodworking to him is like medicine for the soul,i think i know what he means by that.
Meditation has been used for thousands of years to help us relax,re-focus,heal and cleanse our bodies of negativity and toxins.I think in many ways woodworking can do the same and even more.When you enter your workshop,garage or shed to start a project without even realizing it your mind has already started to focus on the job at hand,your senses get clearer,thoughts are sharp and precise,your entire being begins to work in harmony to achieve the goal set in front of you.
While working on projects we loose track of time,stress melts away and the project is all that matters.This happens because you are totally relaxed,your mind is clear and uncluttered,your focus is on point to ensure that curve is clean,perfectly smooth and those joints fit like a glove.
Another great benefit of woodworking,and one i think is extremely important is it's ability to strengthen relationships,whether between spouses,parents and children or siblings.The hours enjoyed together on a woodworking project are priceless.Kids learn how to be patient,take instructions and be understanding,focus their thoughts on the job at hand,cleanliness,responsibility,safety,organization and the feeling of pride in completing a rewarding project.All great attributes to take on life's journey.
I see exactly why my friend David says "woodworking is good medicine",and i absolutely agree that it's not only good medicine, it's the BEST medicine and should be taken is large doses as often as possible.So start a woodworking project today,share it with family and friends to ensure they are getting their medicine too.Doctors orders.
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