I had a highly-educated, very intelligent girlfriend once. She loved cleaning the toilet. She said it relaxed her and she enjoyed seeing the results of her work immediately.
Yes. When a task doesn't require concentrated mental effort, it can be quite relaxing. The hands take on a life of their own and the mind can relax. Pressing clothes, shining shoes etc. An old school hobby that I think served the same purpose was whittling. I do something like that from time to time and it has a very calming effect.
"The greatest among you will be your servant. For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted." (Obviously, I'm neither Jesus nor the OP).