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I always get mixed feelings from these types of threads.... one part says one part of me thinks, its only fishing - its not some high art form and we shoudnt over analyze. Another side of me thinks there is more to the spiritual side, being in touch with nature.
I grew up in a fishing family so my viewpoint is biased. I remember cutting open the bellies of bass when I was 8yrs old to see what they were feeding on. Fsihing is like eating, its something we've always done. I think my dad is a great fisherman, he has a number of trophy bass under his belt and knows the water. He's consistent
I don't consider myself a great or even good fisherman, its something I do and don't care to compare myself to others. I know one thing. 80% of my life, I feel out of place and not quite right, I've felt like thsi since I was a kid. As soon as I am in the water, I feel at home, everything feels right , my purpose is clear and my focus is on the fish. Everyting is aligned.
I'd also would say that most "great" fsiherman get skunked a lot, becasue they fish alot. History only rememebrs the catches.
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