With life being full of work and obligations, it’s important to make time for leisure and fun. Consider taking up one of these hobbies!

If you’re an active person…

Hiking

Hiking is a more scenic way of exercising than your typical walk or run. Find a park or trail near your area and get ready for peaceful time with beautiful views.

Yoga

This meditative activity does wonders for your mental health. Take a few deep breaths and consider yoga for your next hobby of choice.

If you’re a creative type…

Calligraphy 

Try teaching yourself how to write in calligraphy. This intricate, beautiful art will allow you to slow down and focus. If you want to take a beginner’s approach, try writing in cursive and thickening all the downward strokes of your letters.

Pottery

Pottery is a difficult art that requires patience, but it is also incredibly satisfying. You can purchase a pottery wheel at a local craft store or enroll in studio classes, and get to work making your own masterpieces, such as mugs, plates, and vases.

If you already like food and cooking…

Make your own drinks

Experiment with different flavors, blends, and liquors next time happy hour comes around. You may just discover a new classic for the next time you host family or friends for dinner.

Start a food-related club

Have a lot of foodie friends? Get a group together and set up regular meetings, maybe once or twice a month, completely dedicated to food. The meetings can have themes, like “cheese” or “breads,” and function as potlucks.

If you consider yourself a lifelong learner…

Learn a language.

Maybe you’d like to learn the language of your older relatives or ancestors, or you want to learn the native language of a country you’re planning to visit. Whether you buy some books or enroll in an online program, this process will keep your brain stimulated.

Teach yourself an instrument.

There are countless online guides that can help you learn to play an instrument of your choice. This challenge will be incredibly satisfying once you master our instrument.