These are pretty similar to my reasons for loving cooking (and food). I started to cook more as a form of therapy during recover from an illness. Not knowing too much didn't stop me, but I didn't stay not knowing much for long with all the wonderful resources available online and a willingness to learn.

So for me it's a form or relaxation and recovery. A form of therapy. A way to provide food for myself and others. And has allowed me to understand other people's needs better through adapting for diet, allergy and intolerance needs.

Keep cooking!