If you are on the lookout for a new hobby then why not think outside the box a little. There are common hobbies that everyone might do at some point, but if you don’t want to do those then there are plenty of others to choose from. Hobbies are great for distracting you, keeping you busy, and passing the time. If you regularly find yourself looking for something to do then a hobby is just the thing you need. If you are struggling to think of what you enjoy or what you want to do then take a look at the list below. You will find a few suggestions that you might want to explore further.
Exercising
You might not associate exercising with a hobby but if you enjoy doing it and it takes up some of your time then it could be classed as one. There may be an exercise you do all the time such as swimming, cycling, or even running. You could turn this into training for certain events throughout the year. With exercise as your hobby, the list of possibilities is endless. If you don’t want to exercise in front of people then there are also workouts and equipment you can purchase to use at home. If you love running but don’t want to run outdoors then you could get a treadmill. If you want to cycle but again don’t want to go outside then you can get a mount for your bike.
Crafts
If you enjoy making things then you could get into the crafting industry. There are many crafts that are just waiting to be discovered. For example, you could try making candles of different colors and scents. If making candles isn’t for you then how about you create cards, the list is endless for cards as you can do all occasions. When it comes to making stuff you don’t just have to make them indoors. You can take your crafts to events and shows where people can buy them for loved ones. Making money from your hobby is a great way to earn extra cash on the side.
Painting
Have you always loved everything associated with art and painting? If so then you might want to take up painting as your hobby. There are many things you can paint in different styles, finding your niche is important. There may be some items you enjoy painting more than others, buildings for instance. Painting is a hobby that can take you anywhere in the world, seeing some amazing sites. You could head to Australia and paint the Sydney Opera House or France and take in the wondrous site of the Eiffel Tower.
If you don’t want to paint buildings then how about you explore other avenues, people perhaps? You could take up a model painting class with other like minded artists all enjoying the same hobby.
Music
Do you enjoy playing an instrument? If you have always played an instrument then you might want to carry on this as a hobby. Playing an instrument is a great way to exercise your brain and keep your memory active. If you are older and you don’t want to develop Alzheimers or Dementia then playing an instrument will be great for you. You can find local teachers online who will show you everything you need to know and learn. If you are amazing then you could always sign yourself up to shows and gigs. People always love watching live musicians play music.
You could also make music in the comfort of your own home. If you don’t want to play an instrument but absolutely adore music then making it is the best option. You could create backing tracks for other musicians to use.
Gaming
If you want a fun hobby and you have some extra time on your hands then how about you take up gaming. This could be anything from online gaming to in-person role play games such as Dungeons and Dragons. If you love nothing more than sitting down with your laptop or tablet at night and playing games then you could get into spider solitaire. There are even some gaming sites where you can play and win money, you have to be extremely adept at these though.
It doesn’t just have to be online or in-person gaming that you enjoy. You could also play video games on consoles. These have been around since the 70s and have only gotten better over time. The graphics on some video games now are insane and can provide many hours of entertainment. Grab a group of your buddies together if you don’t want to game alone.
Photography
Do you have a natural affinity when it comes to taking photographs? If so then you could take up photography as a hobby. This is another one of those hobbies that you can eventually make money from if you stick at it. You will need to build a portfolio, so you will need to find people or places where you can take pictures. There are so many categories when it comes to photography, you just need to find which one you want to be in. Of course, you also don’t just have to do one type. If you love taking pictures of nature but also weddings then go for that, or you might really enjoy newborn and family shoots.
Grab your equipment and head out into the big wide world, snapping everything you can. Photography is a wonderful hobby that can take you anywhere and everywhere, seeing things you never thought you’d see.
Writing
Have you always dreamed of writing a book and being a top class author? If you enjoy writing then this is where it could take you. You might think that writing a book means sitting at a computer for many endless hours stringing together more than 10,000 words. This isn’t the case at all and if you enjoy writing then you could do short stories or even children’s books. Children and adults alike love to read all sorts of genres, so think of an idea and get it down on paper. Children’s books are sometimes easier to write as they don’t have to be very long, once you are in the industry you can keep churning out book after book. The hardest part about becoming a writer is getting noticed so make sure you are utilizing every form of social media to get yourself out there.
Of course, you don’t have to write to sell anything. You could just write as you enjoy how calming and comforting it is.
Vlogging
If you don’t want to spend endless hours writing about what you have been doing for your readers then how about vlogging? Vlogging gives you the opportunity to sit in front of a camera and speak to your audiences. You can take them anywhere with you, restaurants or theme parks for instance. You may have seen many vloggers online and on social media showing the adventures they go on. Vlogging is a wonderful way to share your enjoyment with the world. If you love theme parks then you could take your video camera or even your phone with you and showcase every roller coaster and theme park you can access. Of course this will take some funds so it might be better to do it overtime when you can save up and head on different adventures.
Gardening
One of the calmer, more relaxing hobbies on this list is gardening. If you love the great outdoors and making your garden look amazing then head out and see what needs doing. There will always be something you can do in your garden, from mowing the lawn to trimming the overgrown plants. If you simply love your garden then caring for it will bring you immense levels of pleasure and satisfaction. If you don’t have a garden but want to help others with theirs then there will more than likely be a community volunteer garden scheme for you to join.
Rock Climbing
Finally, if you are an adventurous adrenaline junkie then you might want to take up rock climbing. This is a super fun activity but can be extremely dangerous. You need to make sure you have all the skills, experience, knowledge, and equipment you need before you head out onto the open rocks. If you are new to rock climbing and you want to dip your toe in the water then you could always head to a local bouldering class. They will teach you everything you need to know and get you up on the wall as soon as possible. Once you have done a few of these then you could head into the great outdoors to try actual rock climbing. It might be better for you to get a crew together so you are safe at all times.
We hope you found this article interesting and that it gave you some inspiration on what hobbies you could potentially take up. You might choose one from the list of pick your own, whatever you decide to do make sure you are having fun and enjoying it.
Published by HOLR Magazine.