subject: Find Fulfillment Through A New Hobby [print this page] We all lead busy lives, full of work, appointments, and demands. It seems like every free moment we might have is snatched up by our obligations. Over time, we might begin to feel like something is missing--something is eluding us. I know I have felt that way, but the feeling was banished when I took up a fun new hobby.
That's right--I made more time for myself and dedicated those spare minutes to doing something I enjoyed. It made all the difference! If you are thinking about taking up a new hobby but aren't sure where to start, let me help.
Most people have a mental list of things they have always wanted to try or wish they could be better at. Well, that list is not about to check itself off. Take the time to sit down and write it out. Then use the internet to find classes or groups in your area.
If you need extra instruction or a reference OR you can't find any classes to take, then search thrift stores or the internet to find books on the subject. Specialized guides are generally helpful, but they shouldn't take the place of someone showing you how it's done.
If you DON'T have a list, then take a stroll down to your local book shop to peruse the arts and crafts section to get some ideas. This is better than trying to get ideas from the 'net, as it will be more organized and tangible.
When you consider the possibilities, it would be wise to choose something that produces a physical object. Friends of mine that have taken up crocheting, quilting, or beading, such as with delica beads, can use their hobby to lend to disaster relief efforts or as gifts to loved ones for birthdays or during the holiday season.
When you start to become excited about a particular activity or craft, stop! Wait! Too many people rush out to purchase necessary equipment and/or supplies brand new. Some spend hundreds of dollars before they even know if they will stick with it.
Instead, take a trip to the thrift store or peruse the classified ads to purchase these items, as you can find gently used equipment from other people who made the previous mistake and now need to get rid of it to clear space in their homes.
It is always an option to dedicate more time to something you already do. For example, I love to cook and bake, and I need to do those things for my family anyway. So it is so much fun for me to experiment with new recipes and share the fruits of my labors with friends and neighbors.
