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Feel Good Friday - Happy Hobbies!

Amanda Barber

Happy Feel Good Friday, Community!

Did you know that having a hobby boosts mental health, improves cognitive function, and reduces your risk of chronic disease?! Seems worthwhile spending some time doing something that ignites you - and is perhaps away from your day-to-day work!

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Sooo, what are your favorite hobbies? How do you prioritize the time to spend on them? Do you notice any particular benefits when you find the time to engage in your hobbies?

Reference: https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/3-proven-health-benefits-having-hobby

Comments

Sean Perry

Cycling and Hiking, I was Hiking last weekend on the island of Elba, this weekend I'll be cycling outside of Rome.
Both are good for my health, both physical and mental health.

If I don't do one or the other, then I can get a bit grumpy 😊

https://www.strava.com/athletes/129654

Anwesha Pan

Oh this is one of my favorite topics! 😍 Thanks @Amanda Barber for choosing this topic for our "Feel good Friday".

I love spending my free time creating mandalas, painting, and trying out DIY crafts. I usually set aside a little “creative time” in the evenings or on weekends, even if it’s just 30 minutes, and treat it like a non‑negotiable meeting with myself.

Whenever I make time for these hobbies, I notice I feel calmer, more present, and much less stressed. They help me reset mentally, spark new ideas, and give me a nice sense of accomplishment that carries over into the rest of my week.

Here are some photos of my hobbies

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Arkadiusz Wroblewski

I’m into cycling and long-distance walking events. I take part in IML marches (International Walking Association). My next event is on 25–26 April in Viborg: 2 × 50 km. I also travel a lot.

Amanda Barber

I'd love to get back into more mandalas and "doodling!" Such a beautiful craft/art!

Amanda Barber

Wow, what a cool hobby! I've done several marathons as a runner, but imagine walking long distances is a whole different experience!

Amanda Barber

Exercise is one of my main hobbies as well, and definitely agree - it's wonderful for both physical and mental health!

Amanda Barber

My main hobbies lately have been reading and exercise (mostly group fitness classes focused on weight lifting.) I'd like to find more time to do some art-related hobbies soon!

Arkadiusz Wroblewski

I’ve done both, and I’d say long-distance walking is much more about endurance, especially during IML events. With the time limits, you know you need to complete 50 km on both days, or at least slightly less on one of them.

And honestly, it’s also a great way to meet awesome people.

Anwesha Pan

Yeah @Amanda Barber you should give a try again, its such a great stress buster 😍

And thank you so much!🙂

Anwesha Pan

wow that's a great amount of coverage! 😍

Anwesha Pan

Do you do online group fitness class or in your local gym? and I would love to see your art-works too! 😍

Amanda Barber

I joined a gym a few years ago, so I do group fitness classes at my gym. I worked out at home using workout videos and running for maaaany years before that!

Barbara Szczesniak

I read while I eat breakfast and before bed. I also read when I go out to eat by myself and when am in the waiting room at the doctor or dentist.

I also play on a trivia team every Monday evening. We often meet for dinner before we play, so it's a good amount of time spent with friends.

Lacy Saute

Wow! Love these! 🤩

Dave LIAO

Managing to do lists, so I can feel generally assured that I'm working on the right priorities.

I definitely don't spend enough time doing that... 🤣

Dave LIAO

...the above said, I love reading!

I've got the Libby app on my phone, and a widget on my home screen. It continuously reminds me that I haven't borrowed a book YET from a library.

Amanda Barber

I love the libby app!!

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