Consistently working out, the routine and predictably of it is surprisingly good for the mental side. It has done wonders for my emotional regulation and actually learning to notice emotions in my body, kinda like mindfulness meditation. Under the barbell i am forced to focus on my body and how my body reacts and moves, even after working out. Figuring out how my body functions as i was never handed a manual to run it.
Every time i bend over or squat down to pick something up, the weakened muscles remind themselves and once again force me to focus on my body making memmore aware of it or just flex, not for showing off reasons. Just for my own pleasure.

Of course the physical side is an added benefit as well.

It has become the highlight of my day and i am in a worse mood if i miss it or it gets disrupted, which is rare.

Added benefit is that others are assuming I’m highly disciplined as well.

Edit: dieting aspect as well. Fully tracking my calories and weighing food and myself and eating rather monotone meals up to the same meal every morning. Makes me look even more disciplined and health conscious.

I’m just doing it for fun and i find it easier.