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<\/a><\/p>\nIf you are interested in picking up a new hobby this year and are not sure what to try, perhaps these questions will help. Think about the answers and allow them to guide your choices. You can have different needs at different times and there\u2019s no such thing as the perfect hobby \u2013 so try to be open to new experiences.<\/p>\n
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- How do you want the activity to make you feel?<\/strong>
\nMentally engaged? Distracted? Relaxed? Socially connected?<\/em><\/li>\n- What did you like doing as a kid?<\/strong>
\nThink about what you wanted to be when you grew up? The answer could point you toward a hobby you could pursue as an adult. Or, revisit activities you loved when you were young. Childhood interests can easily evolve into an adult hobby.<\/em><\/li>\n- What do you hope to get out of a hobby?<\/strong>
\nSocial Connections? Solitary time to clear your head? Learn a new skill or challenge yourself?<\/em><\/li>\n- What is your life missing?<\/strong>
\nCreativity? Physical activity? Do you need to be more social?<\/em><\/li>\n- What is your availability?<\/strong>
\nHow much time do you have available and when would it be most relaxing to do the activity? <\/em>Can you do it in your spare time? What window of time would feel like a relief from your current schedule rather than a stressful obligation?<\/em><\/li>\n- Are there any obstacles?<\/strong>
\nIdentify supplies you need or any other arrangements you might need to make, such as travel or childcare. Try to anticipate anything that might get in the way of your first venture into this new hobby to avoid getting distracted or putting it off. Remove as many obstacles as you can.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nOne online list of hobbies I found was broken down into just 4 categories: Physical, Cerebral, Creative, <\/strong>and Community-Oriented<\/strong>. Other lists have many more categories. Keep in mind that hobbies can appear in more than one category. Have fun discovering a new hobby!\u00a0 And, if we don\u2019t have a book or other resource on your new hobby, please tell us!<\/p>\n
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Begin to code : building apps and games in the cloud<\/a> by Rob Miles<\/p>\n
Beginner’s guide to glass painting : 16 amazing projects for picture frames, dishware, mirrors, and more!<\/a>\u00a0by Nilima Mistry<\/p>\n
A beginner’s guide to quilting : a complete step-by-step course<\/a> by Michael Caputo<\/p>\n
Canning full circle : from garden to jar to table<\/a> by Diane Deveraux<\/p>\n
Code to joy : why everyone should learn a little programming<\/a> by Michael L. Littman<\/p>\n
The container victory garden : a beginner’s guide to growing your own groceries<\/a> by Maggie Stuckey<\/p>\n
Easy crochet for beginners : learn to crochet with 35 simple projects<\/a> by Nicki Trench<\/p>\n
Jewelry making for beginners : step-by-step, simple instructions for beautiful results<\/a> by Tammy Powley<\/p>\n
The Joy of playing with your dog: games, tricks, and socialization for puppies & dogs<\/a> by Monks of New Skete (COR) \/ Marc Goldberg<\/p>\n
Knotting natural bags & belts : 18 beautiful, easy-to-make macrame projects<\/a> by Stacy Summer Malimban<\/p>\n
Madame Fromage’s adventures in cheese : how to explore it, pair it, and love it, from the creamiest bries to the funkiest blues<\/a> by Tenaya Darlington<\/p>\n
Seed to table : a seasonal guide to organically growing, cooking, and preserving food at home<\/a> by Luay Ghafari<\/p>\n
Start here : instructions for becoming a better cook<\/a> by Sohla El-Waylly<\/p>\n
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- What did you like doing as a kid?<\/strong>