Are you one of those people who picks up a new hobby which you throw yourself into with a passionate fervor, only to get bored of it after a couple of months and seek out something new? Well the good news is you aren’t alone in that. I too have hundreds of half finished hobby projects sitting around my home.
But don’t be dismayed. The beautiful thing about hobbies is that there is no right or wrong way to do them! Shifting between hobbies can be extremely fulfilling and can also teach you a lot of valuable life skills along the way. If you’re struggling to find a new hobby to occupy your time with, don’t worry. I have compiled this list of 7 hobbies worth trying!
1. Painting
People often assume that, to be a painter, you need to be extremely talented. That the aim is to create grand works of art that can be hung in galleries around the world. But painting for the sake of creative expression alone is an extremely rewarding hobby. And you don’t need to have any prior experience to create amazing works of art.
I highly recommend starting with some custom paint by numbers kits. These will allow you to create the painting you want with an easy guide. No worrying about getting the colors wrong or messing up the proportions. And it will help you gradually improve your technique until you can paint freehand.
2. Photography
People often forget that photography can be a hobby. Because our smart phones allow us to capture every single moment of our lives with ease. But there is something magical about taking more purposeful photos.
I recommend buying a polaroid camera or a few disposable ones. Then go out exploring, alone or with friends, and capture the moments and scenes that call to you. Having the physical photos in your hands is an extremely rewarding experience. And it is a great way to get you to observe the world around you with a more creative eye.
3. Creative Writing
Writing often falls into the same pitfalls as painting. If you aren’t writing with the goal of getting something published, what’s the point? But writing just for the fun of it can be, not only extremely fun, but very therapeutic too. It allows our brain to turn our complex, hidden thoughts into works of art.
A great way to get started with creative writing is with one of those ‘Prompt a day’ writing books. They will provide you with a huge array of interesting writing challenges. And, with no right or wrong answers, you can be free to let your imagination run as wild as you like!
4. Flow Toys
Have you ever been to a festival or a carnival and seen those people spinning fire swords or twirling flags around in mesmerizing patterns. This is called flowing. Flow toys, like contact staffs, poi, hula hoops, contact juggling balls, and flags are a great hobby to try out if you’re someone who likes an active challenge.
I recommend watching some YouTube tutorials first to find the flow toy that most calls to you. Some are easier to learn than others. But, with enough practice and dedication, you can soon become a flow master!
5. Gaming
The old reliable of the hobby world. Video gaming is one of the most popular pastimes on the planet for a reason. There are so many amazing games out there that, whatever your tastes, there is something for you.
Want something relaxed and cute? Animal crossing is for you. Want something puzzling? Professor Layton. Want to switch off your brain and fight hordes of aliens? Space Marine 2. And if you’re not looking to spend a lot of money there are hundreds of free mobile games that are just as engaging as the big triple-A titles.
6. Learning Cardistry
Have you ever seen a magician or professional poker player do some fancy tricks with a deck of cards and wished you could do that? Well it isn’t actually as difficult as you might think. Cardistry, the art of creative shuffling and deck cutting, is an amazing skill that will always impress at parties.
There are thousands of useful tutorials online to help you get started. It will take a while to get it right. So don’t be discouraged. Practice makes perfect. Just make sure you invest in some good playing cards. Bicycle cards are the go-to for cardistry.
7. Baking
One of my favorite hobbies. Simply because you get to eat the things you create! Baking is one of the easiest hobbies to get into. With minimal set up and a very low learning curve. Baking is more of a science than cooking. So, as long as you follow the recipes closely, it is difficult to get it wrong.
