Ever notice how using a hand tool forces you to slow down and check your work? That focus often catches small mistakes before they become big problems. It's not just about smoothing wood, it's about a different way of working.

Yeah that's because overworking the dough makes the gluten get tough.

Let's put this in perspective. A slow checkout line is annoying, but it's not a huge deal. You're probably on your phone anyway during the wait. Making a big deal out of it just adds more stress to your day. Life has enough real problems without freaking out over groceries. Chill out and use the time to relax instead.