Therapy Session Stump Carving Part 6 Watch Someone Else Work.

Therapy by watching someone else work? Oh, absolutely—there's nothing quite as soothing as sipping a cup of coffee and letting someone else wrestle with spreadsheets, wield a hammer, or decipher IKEA instructions. It's like reality TV, but live, and with fewer commercials (unless you count their snack breaks).

The Joys of "Second-Hand Productivity"
Watching someone else toil away has a magical way of turning us into pseudo-experts. They're installing a shelf? Suddenly, you're a world-class interior designer from the comfort of your chair. They're coding? You’re nodding knowingly like you wrote the original Matrix. It's a delightful mix of armchair quarterbacking and "I’m glad that’s not me."

Why It Feels So Good
Stress-Free Stakes
You’re not the one sweating over the misaligned drill holes or the crashing software. Instead, you get the vicarious thrill of problem-solving without the mental breakdown.

The Art of Encouragement
"Looking great! Almost there!" You’re basically their personal cheerleader, doling out praise like a seasoned coach—though you've yet to lift a finger.

Schadenfreude Lite
If they mess up, hey, it’s okay! You’re just glad it’s not your problem. And if they succeed, you can take 10% of the credit for being there. Win-win.

When to Take It Up a Notch
Feeling bold? Grab a clipboard and pretend you’re supervising. Offer advice like, “Have you tried turning it off and on again?” or the classic, “Looks good from here!” Bonus points if you use air quotes when you say "help."

The Ultimate Stress Reliever
Therapeutic people-watching doesn’t even need to involve someone you know. Stroll past a construction site or peek at a mechanic at work. Just being near productive energy can trick your brain into thinking you did something worthwhile today. And isn’t that what self-care is all about?

In conclusion, watching someone else work isn’t just therapy—it’s an art form. Embrace it. Revel in it. Just don’t let them catch you smirking when they drop the wrench.