Why we don't have hobbies (& how to get one)

So I have no hobbies and that's a problem 😅. In this video let's talk about why most of us end having no hobbies and what we can do about it.
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Timestamps:
0:00 - I don't have a hobby
1:21 - Hobby definition
2:29 - Why we need a hobby
2:48 - Why don't we have hobbies
5:00 - Passive recreation
5:43 - Active recreation
6:48 - Not monetising my hobbies
7:34 - Tips for finding a hobby
9:11 - Tell me your hobbies

[@katie8222]

Yes my hobbies include painting, writing, exercising & learning Spanish...hobbies are the key to confidence in my opinion

[@marchantshill]

How do hobbies relate to confidence in your opinion, that's an interesting viewpoint - pls share😊

[@cassiapinto9023]

@@marchantshill the way I view it, you’re working on building the person you want to be and gives you time to think and analyse your bad thoughts. That makes me feel capable, like I’m doing something and overall good and relaxed🦋

[@leilanidru7506]

@Katie intento aprender español también! Es muy difícil pero divertida también. Exercising for me is just like showering tbh. Not so much a hobby as it is just daily maintenance and grooming. I don’t paint anymore pero encantaría continuar! Edit: if any native Spanish speakers read this, pretend you didn’t💀 I’m only A1😭

[@kellycyriaque5871]

@@leilanidru7506 I’m still learning Spanish and I actually understood surprisingly?!

[@majatove]

how do you practice spanish? I learn it from school but i like to implement it more at home but i find it hard how to do that

[@carameldarling2980]

I read in a book that today, humans don't know how to be bored. We're always stimulated in some way; watching, listening or doing something to fill the time that we never just sit there and do nothing. Some of the greatest inventions or creations were born out of boredom. If you sit there long enough doing nothing, time will go by much slower, and you'll have the space to think about what you actually want to do. I think the key to a hobby is doing something that is fulfilling so that the satisfaction keeps you coming and doing it again.

[@serenityjewel]

Humans have never just sat around and been bored. There has always been something that needed to be done. Before the internet, dishwashers, cell phones, and packaged meals, living life and surviving was a full time job. And when people weren't working, they were reading, writing, listening to the radio, visiting each other, talking to each other, playing games, gardening, taking walks in nature, drawing, etc. So to say humans don't know how to be bored today, like we ever knew how to be bored, is false. Society has never thought it beneficial to be bored.

[@bethanyr1434]

@@serenityjewel I agree. Back in the day, most people didn't have time to be bored. If they sat around doing nothing, important tasks and chores would be neglected. They didn't have the luxury to sit around and do nothing until ideas popped into their heads.

[@claracropp6217]

Thanks for mentioning that. I kinda think it helped me.

[@hannahboebanna]

Some of my my thoughtful ideas have come from having to wait for something - when I don’t default to scrolling. That’s when I want to write down story ideas, or let a friend know I’m thinking of them, or ideas for gifts come to me. I’d love to make more time for boredom

[@miraclelove9388]

I'm bored even on my phone tho

[@MsAmandaProductions]

You're right, in highschool I was the queen of hobbies, and then near the end of university I dropped alot of them because idk, I felt that was what adulting is. But in the last 3 years I reclaimed my hobby Queen crown and play rec volleyball, basketball and soccer, play the bass, the guitar, roller skate, skateboard, and play board games with my friends. All at my big age of 27 😂 I have never been in a better state of mind.. I'm convinced the key to adulting gracefully is to hold on to that childhood playfulness

[@superdupersnowflake]

Yes hold on to that playfulness, and curiosity forever.

[@iamtheboneofmysword607]

Literally what I'm aiming for

[@MK-hh1vo]

As an adult woman I started collecting Barbie dolls for profit. Then I discovered that the same joy I found in playing with Barbie as a child is still there! I haven't made a profit because I decided to keep the dolls for myself! I get hours of peace and pleasure dressing them up and making up stories about them. I may take up writing and put some of my Barbie stories on paper!

[@firebomber221]

I just know you loved the Barbie movie! :)

[@billyb4790]

@@firebomber221lol I was thinking the same thing. Wondering if this person was the writer 🤣

[@sylviathugge]

Hobbies are super important but many of us have been busy surviving and not had the luxury of having hobbies. Times are changing!

[@jennifermarea8011]

Reading is my hobby. I didn’t even realize that counted as one until you read the definition. I wish I had a hobby that was more to do with producing something than consuming something.

[@a.whychild6591]

I have only recently got into hobbies. Recently as in like 3 weeks ago. My ideas have been tennis, city cleanups, beach cleanups, volunteering with children and playing with the stray cats outside using a store bought toy.

[@patrickevraunited7836]

I’m almost 21 and I don’t have a damn hobby to my name. I’ve spent 20 years of my life being schooled and so I’m about to entire the real world I have no idea what I like doing

[@love-ip7sz]

Try painting maybe?

[@Sandra.-.]

Sitting in silence, resting...gosh simply just living. Let's not complicate our lives, there's a lot going on already we have to accomplish. Just living and being okay is good enough to me. Stressing about stuff like this eventually gets you more worked up than you would hve been just living your life in my opinion. I feel like if you can fit specific well defined hobbies in your life great, if you can't, its ok too. And lastly, hobbies do not have to be sophisticated western concept activities e.g violins, etc etc also beware of your hobby could slowly turn into a stress factor in your life or work. It happens where people start out loving something e.g singing for recreation and end up hating it

[@SunnyGee-jd6pb]

Yess I like this perpective!!

[@chatwatcher4279]

Many people would consider taking care of plants or baking, a hobby, which both are something I do regularly but I don't want/like to call them my hobbies because I just consider them a part of my life, and not something that I specifically do as extra activities. And yeah, I completely agree that forcing yourself to get a hobby is not needed and can bring more bad than good. But sometimes we might be doing something that we don't see as a hobby, but a daily activity, while it actually can be called one.

[@serenityjewel]

Silence and rest are necessary components of a healthy life but if that's all you're doing, it's not rejuvenating. Study after study has shown that experiencing joy of some kind it's necessary for a satisfactory life. A hobby is something you do that you enjoy. It's not a burden. At the end of the day, no one has ever been on their death bed and said "I'm so glad I say on the couch and did nothing with my life."

[@superdupersnowflake]

It’s a great thing to push yourself in life, trying new hobbies and learning new things ,even if it’s hard , will make you more intelligent, teach you discipline, can help you in other aspects in your life as well, and will keep your mind busy with something positive. Life is not all about taking the easy way, if you stay where you are comfortable all the time, you won’t really give yourself the opportunity to grow. Also learning new hobbies will help you develop as a person and expand your mind. Getting “worked up” doesn’t necessarily have to be seen as a negative thing, it’s good to work hard and do things you might not want to do , it’s far more inspiring to see someone who pushes themselves to learn something new than just be lazy or take it easy . There’s nothing wrong with “simply just living” however if you do that for the rest of your life you will miss the experiences that let’s say learning the piano, or learning to paint may give you. I see this attitude a lot in society today, people don’t want to do things that are hard and not seen as “fun”, but the magic of life lies within seeing beyond that instant gratification and actually setting your mind to something and accomplishing it ,Just my opinion.

[@carolinatorres7575]

I agree. I work a physically demanding job and the thought of being active during my days off is a no. I just want to relax and do relaxing things. Yet it stresses me out when people ask if I have any hobbies and I say I just like to relax and they think I'm lazy. Makes me feel like I always have to be up and out. The only hobby that would interest me is reading (because I'm relaxing and not thinking much.)

[@StudioxYasmin]

YES! I had the same thoughts the other day! I found this out the other day when I started to make candles. I saw so many of these cool candles and realised I can actually try and make them at home, they must not be perfect but it would be cool. And as I was waiting for the supplies to arrive, I was looking at some videos on how to make the candles and EVERYTHING was about how much scent you can add to sell them and the guidelines etc, and I noticed myself getting stressed out about how to make these candles so that I can sell them… and then I paused and though to myself: WHY AM I THINKING LIKE THIS? I haven‘t even tried making a candle once and I am already stressing about selling them?! This is not right. So, I vowed to myself to make my candles, enjoy them and never ever sell a single one.

[@emmartherandomer]

Been there! I'm 25 and only just starting having hobbies as an adult about a year ago when I started a 9-5 and realised how I really don't want my job to be where my value and success markers come from. Now I go climbing, cook, bake, read and workout and feel so much more relaxed after an evening of committing time to these rather than binging Netflix (though that's still fine on occasion) 😉

[@atlassasha]

This is so annoyingly true. Hustle culture has permeated every aspect of our lives and makes us feel guilty for taking any sort of unproductive leisure time. I too am tempted to overachieve and "monetize" my hobbies, which is why I've started dedicating time to things that are good for me and are generally non monetizeable. I stopped viewing working out and cooking as chores but instead as hobbies. Lifting weights helped me game-ify workouts by adding distinct levels of challenge and improvement with every plate I add to the barbell. Cooking has taken on a more fun tone as I've started experimenting with new appliances, techniques, and ambitious recipes (cooking when you're not hungry helps you not get frustrated). Blasting music I love throughout it all helps get me out of my head and lift my spirits while I do it. It's simple, but hobbies are meant to be fun and give you a mental break, not add another layer of competition and stress to your life. But it's important not to forget that true rest is necessary too! Sometimes life gets in the way of us being able to enjoy our hobbies, and we need a break. Last night I rediscovered the simple joy of heating up some frozen dumplings, having a drink, and watching a silly TV show with some ice cream. How crazy is it that rest is now viewed as something exotic? Our lives are very stressful and we put a lot of pressure on ourselves, and it's alright to take a real break every once in a while without guilt.

[@reniguedes1756]

I always thought something was wrong with me because I couldn’t find a hobby I enjoyed. Then I realized that hobbies aren’t a necessity to life and living itself is enough. Enjoying my life and simply so has been such a fulfilling revelation. I don’t need a canvas or a soccer ball to have confidence in myself. Don’t feel this pressure!!

[@pancakesandtea]

Same here! You've taken my thoughts out of my head, except I was few steps behind in my reflections, i would've made the same conclusions as you, in about 2 years...so lol thanks for speeding that up. You are so right!

[@raydromeda3777]

Yes. The pressure of impressing other people is soul crushing. People don't know how to just live sometimes. Some people hate sitting alone with just their thoughts.

[@roguerangerroger]

​@@raydromeda3777what?

[@billyb4790]

I’m pretty sure we all have hobbies. The question is whether it’s something we feel confident in confessing. Maybe at the root of the matter is whether we are living the best life we can.

[@sarahbates6534]

@@billyb4790well said. We all spend our free hours and minutes doing something for pleasure or to pass time. When I was at my lowest self esteem I realized my only hobbies were watching tv and scrolling online. If one takes true enjoyment out of that then fine, let those be your hobbies. But at the end of the day we all have hobbies. In my case, I received nothing from those activities so I switched to walking outside, sewing, and learning a foreign language. To each their own.

[@noelle7287]

I picked up 3 new hobbies this year. I enjoy playing games on my switch. I do cross stitch and listen to audiobooks. I like listening to podcasts too. I enjoy watching TV. I find cross stitch to be the most relaxing and I like seeing the progress.

[@Pancake7]

No - no hobbies only thimgs that I want to try but never do because there are just too many boundaries that stops me. Sometimes it is just in my head or just feeling unsure if I will succeed so instead I choose not to do anything which is horrible as I want to have a hobby that will make my life more fulfilled and give me the feeling of achievement and pleasure on my free time x

[@IsabelleRSG]

Smartphone photography / street photography. Great hobby to make you go out of your house / apartment and look at the world around you with new eyes. And walking. It makes you walk everywhere.

[@TemiDansoArt]

I have this same problem, art and KZbin used ti be hobbies but now I don't have any 😭 I need to try something like reading

[@AM-kq6tv]

Yep. I paint and do lots of art things and now picking up guitar. The pandemic just made me see how much I need to take time for myself and being with those I care about

[@beingmuofhe4047]

I don't have a hobby anymore and yes, am stressed lol. About to change that 😅

[@janeylane87]

This video is sooo perfect for what I'm going through actually! Yay! I really love to draw, paint, and read as a hobby. So this year I took some classes for fun to practice my drawing skills and I honestly feel that is why I feel so happy!!! I haven't felt this happy in years! It's amazing! I've been so miserable trying to get through school taking classes for my teaching career which don't get me wrong I love teaching, it's just that it's a job and I want to do something for me once in a while. Drawing has made me so happy! I looked at the drawings I did this year and I'm so proud of myself. I mean they aren't all that but it's so satisfying. I want it just for myself and I'm so thankful I took the time to do it. I loooved this video! Thank you for sharing! Can't wait to hear what you find liberates your heart and soul.💕💕💕

[@acestepz]

This is such a good topic! What resonated with me the most was the types of "rest" cos I noticed I didn't feel well rested especially during lockdown even tho we had all the time to rest! I prayed about it a lot and came across those terms too so this was a great reminder :)

[@katya_vee]

I’m from Canada and over the course of my “adult” life I have had various hobbies depending on how busy my life was at the time. I took up pottery, cycling, reading and over the pandemic I did a lot of baking! I also work out 4-5x per week but I wouldn’t really count that as a hobby. Looking forward to see what you come up with :)

[@wartanabadanooh7157]

Omg this is why I don't have any hobbies, you've taken them all 😢😂😂 No but seriously, good on you for living life as fully as you can.

[@ashleygraham2656]

Wow, I’ve never related so much to a video before. Thanks for sharing this. I’m def feeling like I’m in a mental drought right now and I needed this 💛

[@tarsbar3804]

I loved this! Thankfully I have a hobby which is quite easy to fit into my everyday life - reading. I want to pick up a sport as a hobby too though, because it has the added benefit of making me healthier (and maybe even a social/team sport so I can meet new people).

[@hannahboebanna]

Commenting because you’re speaking truths I also don’t have a hobby, I grow plants but they take up very little time. I clicked this video and felt understood and you gave great tips to kinda get started, so thankyou!

[@oona4787]

I've had a lot of hobbies throughout my life but I have rarely pursued anything routinely or consistently. Most of my hobbies just bring me joy while never making me particulatly good at them. That being said, handwork makes a good hobby! I knit, do embroidery, cross stitching, etc. You can do little projects here and there, and try out different techniques. And in the end, you'll have a result that you can keep for many years to come!

[@mbalenhlehadebe6473]

I have seasonal hobbies. In spring and summer, my hobbies are gardening and baking. In winter and autum, my hobbies are bullet journaling and crocheting. Don't make baking a hobby during winter - you might gain weight!

[@scoopitywoop]

I'm glad I couldn't get flour during the pandemic 😩 I put on enough winter weight as it is

[@manouna3075]

gaining weight is fine, baking it is

[@luzxd5800]

I just decided I want baking to be one of my hobbies and it's winter in my country lol, idc if I gain weight, I want to feel happy and burn my kitchen while I'm at it!

[@happylilac29]

During quarantine I was quite young, but my mom and I baked something everyday and it was so fun! We’d get them delivered to my neighbours or even some family in the same city like my grandma! Now I am so happy that we took baking up because now at just the age of 10 I can bake so much 😊

[@kelechiasagwara]

For me, I guess weightlifting has been my hobby. Started with bodybuilding but eventually switched to powerlifting. It’s been great for my mental health & I want to do my first competition soon :)

[@greytab7027]

Watching KZbin vids, like yours, dancing and reading before bed are my hobbies and I'm happy with that 💅

[@molebogengm7456]

I want to do swimming lessons and take on biking as hobbies in 2022. I also wanna travel and go back to reading books coz reading has proven to be therapeutic for me in the past

[@andallthatyazz]

What an excellent video. I have amassed so many hobbies since 2016, I seldom (if ever) experience the actual feeling of “boredom.” Backstory: 2016 is when I finished my Masters Degree after completing my JD. During those four years, anything I had remotely resembling a hobby insidiously melted out of my life. Since 2016, I’ve gotten back into old “hobbies” but have so many brand new ones, because now I’m INTENTIONAL about my hobbies (if that makes sense). I knit, embroider, do rock art painting, grow bonsai and succulents, make jewelry, cook, do reselling, create KZbin content, enjoy interior design and more - all while having a full-time career as a lawyer. I believe the act of creation for creation’s sake is SO critical for mental and emotional well-being.

[@korielate6729]

Love this video, i just read digital minimalism and it pairs very well with the content. My Hobbies as of now include reading, teaching myself piano, and fitness so going to the gym and for runs and also walks

[@kudzaishe7285]

I come here for both the looks and the commentary. The head wrap and hoodie combo is a look 😍 😍 😍.

[@FionaAberTaruona]

This was for me! I've been saying for ages that I need a hobby, something that I do for the joy of it! I took up skateboarding towards the end of summer, let's just say it's a painful hobby to have started! Also, this lipstick colour is lovely!

[@_icemyheart_]

I work a overnight stocking full time job.. 40 hours a week/2 off days. My main 3 hobbies are Roller Skating, Calisthenics, and making music.. Others include playing video games, basketball, and watching anime/super hero movies. No matter what in my weeks, no matter how busy.. I always find the time to at least do 1 of my hobbies lol!

[@nonamesinnombre666]

I like going to the gym, painting, reading and that wraps it up.

[@mayzmay]

I could def spend more time doing these, but I enjoy baking, reading, writing, yoga, and cooking (when I have time to experiment and try out new recipes). I'd like to try out pottery, painting, and tennis! Tennis seems like it would be a fun activity to do with friends

[@imaniherb]

I love finding ways to enjoy my time outside from my job. My hobbies are dancing kizomba, learning Italian, reading, taking care of my plants, and baking gluten free pastries.

[@catherinejean-louis3309]

The great thing about hobbies is that you can try so many things and you don't need to be great at them. Plus you can start and stop whenever you want. As long as you get enjoyment from whatever you're doing, that's what matters. I have had different hobbies throughout the years like painting, drawing, reading, running, crocheting, writing, crafts, etc. I start and stop them all the time and had to learn to not be guilty that I wasn't monetizing them but in reality I'm not great at any of them, but they all make me happy.

[@kath36912]

Great video Adella. Your comment section is brilliant as per! I've been meaning for several months to begin learning how to play the guitar. I also find it reasonably fun or at least creative (not when I'm in a rush to actually go somewhere) to do makeup looks - essentially painting my face lol.

[@chickenEwing]

Hi Adella! I used to love playing computer games. It brought me so much joy. I only stopped due to work and adult priorities (like cleaning and socializing). I have really wanted to get back into it for years. I'm turning 30 soon. Somehow when I get back into it for the day - I feel like I have better things I should be doing, I feel less joy?- from playing, I am also lacking friends in game and feel a bit lonely. I think you're accurate. I feel the lack of hobbies have caused frustrations. p.s I get what you mean. Exercising isn't a hobby 😭 skincare isn't a hobby 😭 cleaning isn't a hobby 😭 Haha 😊 //speaking light hearted-ly Thank you for the videos! ❣️

[@Patricia-uz2xx]

Yes! Ukulele, dancing, Thai box, reading, writing, hiking, painting, DIY projects.

[@pamelak.johnson2479]

I buy things to do a hobby: painting, collage, and then the materials sit around and sit around, and I think I should take this stuff back.

[@crystalagha8498]

this video is so timely. i was just thinking how my lack of hobbies frustrate me and i started to look up different hobbies. i’d say my hobbies are movies and couponing but they change constantly. i’d love to start making body care and exercising.

[@leah212]

I’ve been trying to learn piano and I’m enjoying it so far! I’ve been singing since i was a little child. Me and my husband sometimes do karaoke on a weekend. We game together too so that’s another hobby we both do.

[@Vivi-Price]

I am in the same boat!! I always thought that I was the only one that didn't have a hobby because all my friends have some kind of hobby or past time. I always wished I had a hobby, I came to the realization the other day while talking to my husband that I was always told as a pre-teen and teenager that when you grow up all there is left for you is work and responsibilities. No play, no fun, and definitely no time. So I concluded that there would be no hobbies because if that is what adulting is thheeennn maybe I can't get involved in any of my interests. Ultimately, I grew up (in my mid 20's now) and realizing that I don't have a hobby. I am also on a journey to find a hobby or hobbies, if I'm lucky and to dismantle the belief system that adulting is hard and boring and just unenjoyable. Love your content Adella. This was a great video per usual 😁💕

[@user-nf9xm7is3m]

I also grew up around people with that same mentality . It's freeing to rise above that. Have you thought of any ideas for hobbies ?

[@abiola33]

Yeah, I use to be part of an acting company which I did outside of full time work (and separate to exercising and occasional freelancing), and I did a dance class as well, which were temporarily stopped once the pandemic hit. Now that all of this is open again... I need to go back! It really does make a difference.

[@EbonyYoungin]

Surfin the net/researching, jewelry making, drawing, writing (poems/short stories) & journaling, reading, taking classes (golf, tennis, dance) , listening to podcasts , taking care of plants, home decorating, photography, jigsaw puzzles, flower arranging, volunteering , watching sports. Plan on getting into more. I don’t do everything all time. Some all the time, some depending on mood, some seasonally - just all depends but if I feel the need to create and I haven’t, i just go down the list until I feel better.

[@Amberrechelle]

People do have hobbies but the issue is some people trying to all monetize hobbies and turn them into a small business.

[@aleida7463]

I like basketball, play for fun. I also read when I have time to, and play guitar. Uni makes it difficult especially during deadline time :(, but it helps! p.s God bless Adella, you're one of the most relatable and open KZbinrs on here :)

[@lucynjuguna2764]

Yes yes yes to this video 🙌🏾 & you are glowing Adela !!

[@OliviaLovejoy]

This is such an interesting topic to explore. I never thought of or noticed the difference between active resting and passive resting. However, now that you point it out, I realize thrive when I have a balance of both. My hobbies are running and barre3. I'm actually "good at" running but not good enough to go pro at 42. LOL! I work at my local Barre3 studio so I guess I've monetized that, but it's very part time and my livelihood doesn't rely on the imcome. I view it as more money for my leggings and coffee.

[@rosiemensah_]

I was literally just thinking about this last night!! All I do is work, and when I think about trying something new, I think about how I can monetize it. I love painting and have been doing that occasionally, but I think that's something I can do more frequently. I'm also interested in taking dance classes because I want to learn how to pick up choreography. Maybe that's something you can try!

[@Efterpi1234]

Babe I get it, the struggle is real. For a long time I was feeling just like that, no hobbies then I forced myself to just go for it! I do pottery and I love it 😊

[@roberttate4009]

I super enjoyed this video, loved the vibe and the content. It was also extremely helpful.

[@JustMyOpinion-]

I think people forget a hobby is also an intrest that doesn't necessarily equate to one participating, personally I watch a lot of vietnam documentires that's just one of my hobbies, that doesn't mean I jump in and out of helicopters and recreate the experience to enjoy it so yeah I agree people tend to over-complicate the whole hobby thing 😂 and majority of us who are living a demanding life require peace and silence to rejuvenate, oh and a good vietnam documentary.

[@Rachel-hf9ki]

Love your videos 💕my hobbies are digital art, reading, rollerskating, learning ukulele and i go to the gym (but i don't really see that as a hobby), honestly i just like doing and learning things that aren't work-related 🤷🏽‍♀️definitely don't have my life together tho

[@Jasmine-tr1zs]

It's crazy I have been thinking about this very topic so much recently 😅

[@rachelb6796]

I needed tp hear this. Your voice is relaxing and you speak from the ❤

[@za2928]

Been playing basketball 1/2 times a week for the last 6/7 years!! Love it!

[@Alovedhuman]

Where do you find adult teams that are for beginners ?

[@happylilac29]

5:36 exactly, the last few weekends it’s just been exactly like that, my mom changed my ice skating lessons to the weekend instead of over in the weekdays where I’m running around like a busy bee and that’s really helped! I’m going to start crocheting

[@Kelbel5995]

Ok so I don't have consistent hobbies either...and I've been really thinking I need to get a new hobby/be more intentional with hobbies in general. I like to read and hike and do yoga and lift weights, but I don't do them consistently enough for them to *really* be hobbies. Like, I too often slide into passive relaxation over a hobby I would actually enjoy more. It's a problem! The quote you mentioned about everyone needing to be as vigilant about their hobbies as they are with their work really resonated with me. My goal is to be more intentional about the hobbies I have so I enjoy my free time more. I also want to take up linocutting/printmaking.

[@Polaris_Real]

Remember you dont have to get a hobby to live, they can help you, but you can still live a happy life without one. I dont have any

[@Anna-2]

One of my hobbies that I find really rewarding is knitting. I would always watch a lot of youtube and netflix, and once I started knitting I realised, I can knit while still watching those things! It's great because it feels semi productive, and is also fun. It's like simultaneous active and passive recreation, and although it does cost more money than you'd expect especially for nice yarn, at the end of it I have a lovely jumper to wear and I still got to binge watch a netflix series :) I started in January 2020 so you know ... that was a good hobby to start at the time. I got a lot of practice.

[@Anna-2]

I also started yoga recently and it really works for my body/mindset (no more hardcore workouts for me) so I always look forward to doing it :) Doesn't really feel like a workout that's a drudge. I started with videos from yogadownload (website).

[@bashfulnath]

I've got a few random ones but I almost don't count them and am looking to figure out time for more. My current ones - my dog, books (audiobooks), podcasts/learning. What I'm looking for implementing - some physical activity that I'll do consistently, something creative/creating something with my hands. Because my job is computer-based this is a good way to switch off from the screen while feeling fulfilled.

[@music4life813]

I’m learning Italian, gardening, playing piano, embroidering, and I exercise. My husband plays drums, wood works, is also learning Italian, and likes making chocolates. I quit my job in 2020 and am a stay at home mom/ home maker. He works a traditional 40 hour/week job. Having one person at home to take care of everything has freed up time for both of us to enjoy hobbies and each other!

[@pasitheathanatosasmr488]

You have a great personality and I love this video! I have too many hobbies which also stresses me out lol

[@SIMONESHARICE]

Living in a new state (abt 4 years ago) , Creating content, and Only working is draining. My mom told me I needed something to do, her questions were " what keeps you going" and "what do you look forward to weekly"? I didn't have an answer. So I did a few trial classes for different activities and sports. I wanted something I could grow in, so I now do pole dancing, aerial yoga, and next year I am taking on figure skating. Whatever sticks will stick but i enjoy trying out new activities. I feel like classes force me to keep up with an activity vs me just picking a day and trying to stay with it.

[@erikamazza-smith3123]

yes! I have a lot of hobbies because there is so much I want to do!! I don't know why my brain operates like this but I just want to try everything!! I like dancing/roller skating/making art. I'm almost more invested in hobbies than my career. It's a blessing/curse. I am never bored but often tired lol

[@Naniso]

My hobbies are -sewing, knitting, wine studies, gardening; does organizing fall into this? I literally go to people's homes to organize closets just because I enjoy doing it.

[@scoopitywoop]

My new hobby: I signed up to a beginner's archery course (in Beckenham). It's two hours every Sunday morning, and is physically active but not at all tiring. I meet my friend there, so it is also a social thing. There is a clear measurement of progress (i.e. hitting the target) and it engages the body and the brain (you would be surprised how much technique there is to remember!). It's not something you can do every day, but that suits me, because otherwise I'd feel pressure to practice every day (like learning an instrument).

[@omhanimsougar9910]

I've recently gotten back into reading. I used to love it growing up, but I kind of fell off because of school obligations. Now I read a YA Fantasy novel almost every week! I'm trying to get into visual art (colouring, painting, etc.) but I need to make the time for it

[@maeve628]

I needed this! I work 5:30 AM-2 PM most days so when I come home I just lie down and decompress. Then when the weekend comes around my body is confused by the ability to sleep in. I'll have to try more active recreation to get out of this cycle...

[@rosedonohoe3420]

I recently started burlesque feather fan classes. I found coming out of quarantine that I was stuck in a rut, & needed to do something completely left field to get myself outside again. I never want to actually perform, so it's really is something that's just for me.

[@shephelj03]

here is a good hobby! get rid of things you know in your life to be problems. I recently quit smoking and I told myself I was going to enjoy it. But honestly you don't need hobbies. they are distractions from reality and most of us cant stand reality.

[@love-ip7sz]

Just try things. I had only played tennis once or twice in my life and I started playing tennis this year. I love it and can see myself playing it more in the future. Since I had only played it once and no one I know is super into tennis, I would have gone my whole life without knowing how much fun it is for me if I didn't just try it. Tbh, I'm waking up this new more athletic side to myself in my twenties which is fun. What I'm trying to say is so do not limit yourself. Don't wait for other people to show you their hobbies, treat it like an adventure to explore different hobbies for yourself I do believe this helps people's mental health. That Precious jump scare doesn't help mine tho lol, I wasn't ready.

[@jessicajovel7162]

DIYs!! making cards or mini calendars. Also, personalizing your notebooks (this one is a costly one, unless you don't buy a punch, then it's a long/semi-tiring one)

[@kuukuaforson]

As someone who ran a 10k this fall and is currently taking piano lessons, the intro made me laugh! 😬🤣Thanks Adella!

[@sman2000ifly]

Thank you for this video. Was really looking for a video about time management and makeing time for hobbies and i found yours. Im a almist 40 yro male after nit really being fafilled thru my job i want to make a point to make and obligate time and space for recreational activities that arnt just sitting there warching sports on TV.

[@josefinasotes796]

I'm literally on the other side of the spectrum, I have waaay too many hobbies that take my time from actually studying lol but I can't stop, I just love exercising and dancing and playing volleyball, singing, reading, writing, watching KZbin and series, studying korean, learning whatever like makeup or fashion... It's just too much

[@charmainemathye8662]

Yes I do. I dance kizomba and salsa, do community park runs on Saturdays, play netball during netball season and have a beautiful growing collection of books that I read purely for fun and pleasure. I do work in corporate 9-5. I was unemployed for a couple of months, so I was fully dedicated to my hobbies. Now that I’m back to working, I still am very intentional about setting time aside for my hobbies, every single week. I’m single so outside of work, my time is really for me. My life would be so dull without my hobbies. I refuse to give up living life to the fullest because of my 9-5.

[@aysepersona4194]

I go horse back riding, meet friends a lot, play tennis and during winter I usually go ice skating once a week. I never thought this is good, but now that you talk about this I just realized, that this is where my high life quality stems from. Also I have a huge ass family.

[@gwynnethmceachrane3819]

When I was younger, I would read a lot. It relaxes me. As I got older and started working, I read less. Since the pandemic, I'd find myself always on social media. And while social media is entertaining, it wasn't relaxing. So I'm getting back into reading, and using one day out of the week to really de-stress and relax. I've also taken up gardening (though I have to work on consistency), and rediscovered my love for learning Spanish, and I've even taken up Mandarin.

[@bgurley1998]

Yes to reading! I recently rediscovered my love for reading as well, it’s so refreshing.

[@gwynnethmceachrane3819]

@@bgurley1998 Indeed!

[@N.I.X_T.V]

Honestly I knit when I'm stressed or bored and I need to zone out. The repetitivity of the stitches is very satisfying and it kind of shuts your brain down in a way that doesn't feel draining loool , I also draw, play keys and read when I'm bored

[@chudson9892]

Hi. An easy way to start/find a hobby to incorporate it into something you already do. For example: you have to eat right? Find some new culinary techniques and recipes to try. If you like being active, find a local adult sports league or try bodybuilding or powerlifting instead of just going to the gym. Volunteering is another great “hobby”. I have found that giving back to my community has been very rewarding (and it’s something that can’t monetized!) I hope this helps! 😊

[@_icemyheart_]

My main 3 hobbies are Roller Skating, Calisthenics, and making music.. Others include playing video games, basketball, and watching anime/super hero movies. I work a overnight stocking full time job.. 40 hours a week/2 off days. No matter how busy I get.. I always find the time to at least do 2 of my hobbies lol! But yea if you truly like doing something, you'll want to keep constantly keep doing it, so it won't be that hard to find the time!

[@chrissyt8111]

One thing we always complain about in our industry is that our hobby became our job and like you said, even though we love it, it is monetized and we are motivated to earn more etc As a child, oh my gosh, I was drawing, playing piano, learning Japanese (As you do in a council flat, right?), basketball on Saturdays - - I could go on. Now, and especially as a mother, it's hard enough just to make time for me to do my workouts. The rest of my time is, unfortunately, scheduled. I am trying something that is helping, I am using the pomodoro method whilst doing my work, and every time that 5min break pops up I read a book (Trying to get back into reading), so far this has been really nice.

[@kierasteele8041]

Knitting or crotchet are good hobbies. I only know how to make a scarf right now but there are so many things you can learn to make! And you can pick it up and put it down. I’ve been making the same scarf for almost two years 🤦🏽‍♀️ (I took A LOT of time off from it) but no matter what it’s nice to do with others or while watching tv.

[@blump5080]

I am struggling to find hobbies too. I’m a professional musician and I absolutely love it but it’s hard work and a lot of dedication, with this constant striving for ‘perfection’ (unattainable obvs) so I need to unwind with something that’s not so fucking intense haha. Thinking of getting a bike because I really enjoy being out in nature ? I definitely recommend playing an instrument in general, no matter what stage you are at there is a lot of fun to be had and there is an endless number of tunes to play :)

[@amakermaking2613]

I once had a sewing hobby, which I stopped because it turned into a business and started hating it. Now I'm trying to pick it up again as a true hobby. Last year I picked up crochet, getting whispers to turn it into a business and I'm afraid I'll end up hating it too. That is the risk in the world of hustle culture and passion chasing.

[@silentlyflourish]

Hey, I loved this video. I have been learning the piano and it was unenjoyable for a long time because I was focused on monetizing but now I don't want to. I read, that's relaxing for me. Reading books but I'm hoping to get into dancing and beginning a Zumba instructor lol

[@Missjoyme]

you’re so beautiful, Adella

[@MsStephanieJane31]

I’m learning about applying makeup. I’ve always wore makeup; but I never really knew how to do makeup beyond a little bit of mascara blush and lipgloss. I’m learning how to do the Instagram model makeup look. I tried a makeup tutorial here on KZbin and did well up until the lashes. My falsies always end up lopsided which is why I haven’t been wearing them

[@rachaelappold3287]

I do have hobbies that cross over into work from time to time. For example, I love arts and crafts and will do it if I have time and energy (though I usually don't have both time and energy at the same time), but as a teacher, I'm sometimes obligated to do arts and crafts for work. I like riding my bike and doing other forms of exercise but I'm also a dancer and a lot of the time, fitness ties into my dance career.

[@alicia.discovers]

I feel like part of our issue is waiting for the weekend and feeling like that is the only time to pursue our interests outside of work (by "our" I'm talking about us folks who don't make regular time for hobbies, yet have the capability to do so). Like you stated, Adella, other obligations will easily take up that time or we may crash and try to catch up on rest (which isn't possible). Just like rest needs to happen daily, so does the pursuit of pleasurable activities. And, regarding your desire to monetize your hobbies, perhaps consider a shift in mindset to consider what is worth spending your money on (i.e., a class for fun). You could establish ways or affirmations to remind yourself that you are engaging in the activities because they bring you joy-- you don't want the stress and pressure that'll come from monetizing whatever it is that becomes your hobby. Lastly, hop around. There's nothing preventing you to try various activities until one or two stick or move on when they no longer serve you. (Wow, I needed this wake-up call for myself lol.)

[@missamvmaker]

One of my hobbies is reading - but the only time I have to do it is on my way to work or on my way home! I have really found it helped me calm myself and move out of a working headspace though especially if what I'm reading is NOTHING to do with my job. Otherwise i play animal crossing and babysit my plants but even then those don't feel like 'active' hobbies to me!

[@Flash-mx4km]

I played soccer for 12 years and i’m so happy i did because it opened up so many doors to experiment with other sports

[@craptap2029]

Watching this as a reminder to be disciplined in enjoyment!!!

[@justtere]

What I used to do before I got old: knitting, crochet, embroidery, and cross stitch. My hands can't hold a needle or a hook more than ten minutes anymore. My eyesight has gotten so bad I can't thread any kind of needle. So I have decided to try paint pouring, resin, and clay crafts. Yes, I have a respirator. I have also seen a lot of videos about cardboard crafts. If there is one thing I have a lot of is cardboard.

[@cloudgirlart1133]

Crochet is something I learned to do a long time ago. It’s my hobby but I forget to play and do it sometimes. I also like to read graphic novels and comics. I also stopped that after college trying to get back into it. Lastly, I used to try to explore a new place/area every weekend. Enjoyed the journey and the curiosity. These are all hobbies I’m working on returning to. I also have gotten a bad habit of trying to monetize my hobbies. I’m not even that good to be that 😂 Trying to find enjoy in being is my new thing.