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What are your hobbies? (beehaw.org)
submitted 1 year ago by silentdanni@beehaw.org to c/askbeehaw@beehaw.org
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Hey folks,

I have been trying to find some new hobbies to keep my anxiety/depression at bay. It seems, however, that my mind is not creative enough to find interesting things to do. So, I come to you to ask: What are your hobbies? Why do you like them?

Here are the things I've tried:

  • Going to the gym (This is more of a habit than a hobby nowadays)
  • Gaming (I've been getting less and less out of it as I get older)
  • Bouldering (It's fun, but not without a group of friends)
  • TTRPG (I can't seem to find a steady group or one online, but otherwise, it's very enjoyable)
  • Learning a new instrument (I started playing the guitar and I love it)
  • Philosophy (Is that a hobby? I enjoy reading and reflecting on it)

So, folks, what are your favorite pastimes?

Thanks :)

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[–] yenahmik@beehaw.org 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

  • Walking my dog - Better awareness of my neighborhood/getting to know my neighbors. Fresh air, sunshine, and time to work through my thoughts helps me stay clear headed. Cardio is good for you.

  • Fencing - both physically and mentally challenging. It is basically violently enforced meditation. Hella fun and is great stress relief. Cons - can be expensive and relatively few adults.

  • Reading fiction - I enjoy getting lost in other worlds. Helps to disconnect from the internet from time to time

  • Yoga - reduces random aches and pains from sitting all day at work/high impact activities. It just generally feels good afterwards.

  • Curling - team sport I do with my spouse. Throwing shit and drinking/eating afterwards is nice. Good community to socialize with.

  • Watching movies/tv/YouTube - Lots of great stuff out there. Easy to do too much of this one, especially youtube.

[–] Nyoelle@beehaw.org 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Oooh... How... how expensive can be fencing? Because, kinda.. sounds fun?

[–] yenahmik@beehaw.org 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

It can depend on where you're located and how deep you get into the sport. For beginner classes, in my area, they are ~$100 for 6 weeks. It gets more expensive once you need your own gear and if you choose to compete and/or take private lessons.

I think the most comparable comparison in costs are probably club hockey and club soccer.

[–] Nyoelle@beehaw.org 2 points 1 year ago

Oh That is actually.. not that bad. I think, once I find a job again, I will definitely go for it. Thanks