People who started swimming as adults, how has it changed your life?

I saw this post last month about someone who started swimming at 33 and it changed their life for the better, especially their mental health.

As a swim teacher, I found this really inspiring -- it reminded me that I have an opportunity to share this gift with children and adults every day. And I wasn't surprised at all to find that the physical and mental health benefits of swimming are supported by the research.

I'm really curious if there's anyone else out there who started swimming as an adult and noticed these benefits too. Please share your story!