Airguns as Therapy

[EdinGa]

I'm all set for after dark trigger therapy now.

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[Danman]

Decent flashlight! How heavy is that get up? Try hauling around a diana 350 magnum with a big ol dewalt flashlight in the other hand, lol I like your system better!

 

[EdinGa]

Decent flashlight! How heavy is that get up? Try hauling around a diana 350 magnum with a big ol dewalt flashlight in the other hand, lol I like your system better!

5lb 8oz according to my bathroom scales.

 

[Hateful McNasty]

Best for night rat work

 

[Florida_Man]

I'm right there with you @PasadenaMike , as a new father in my early 40's it has been an adjustment the last few months. I went from doing whatever I want really, whenever, to a dad. I also have been using this hobby as my stress reliever. I love my job, but its also stressful. We all need have to have a positive escape from life. My wife thinks I spend too much time on the forum, I probably do.

 

[EdinGa]

I had 3 teenagers at once. My auto insurance was over $700 a month and our cell bill was $300. My wife and I were both working all the overtime we could on opposite shifts just to make ends meet. I love my kids, but I'm happy they are independent now. My wife and I feel like we're dating again.

 

[CTAirgunner]

When I am in need of calming and joy, I always look to my airguns. Last time I pulled them out for instance I was having a really rough week, not to bitch or moan but it was just one of those weeks. I pulled out my paradigm, pulled the trigger, first shot bullseye at 100 yards. Boy did that bring a super smile to my face. So maybe not therapy, maybe not meditation, but perhaps stress relief for me?

 

[Woogie_man]

I completely agree 100%! For me it has honestly helped with my PTSD in that airguns force me to calm down and focus. In order to hit a target at distance you have to focus and relax.

When I started shooting more after my deployments my wife was worried my shooting would take a turn for the worse. But when shooting with family and friends it rally is enjoyable and deeply therapeutic.