Spending time by the water is scientifically linked to lower stress hormones.

Divorce often keeps the mind in a state of "high alert," leading to elevated cortisol levels. Fishing acts as a form of neurological rehabilitation, using the rhythmic motion of casting and the unpredictable reward of a bite to retrain the brain’s focus.

The need to monitor your line and read the water forces you into the present moment, effectively silencing "racing thoughts" about the past or future. 2. Restoring Self-Esteem and Accomplishment