Title: Six Reasons to Get a Hobby | Psychology Today
Headings: Six Reasons to Get a Hobby
Jaime L. Kurtz Ph.D.
Six Reasons to Get a Hobby
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Content: Hobbies can foster new social connections. While some hobbies are solitary endeavors, many get us out in our communities, meeting people we otherwise wouldn’t, sharing our passions, and forming new bonds. Countless studies have found that social connection is a key component of happiness and a meaningful life, and hobbies have the potential to create precious new ties. Hobbies make you interesting. Hobbies give you something to talk about at parties and around the water cooler. They add layers to your identity, richness to your self-concept. People want to be around those with passions, with a sense of curiosity, with stories to tell. You not only feel more inspired when you have a rich and active life, but you will inspire others as well. article continues after advertisement
Hobbies help you cope with stress. Imagine a rough day at the office, where you were harshly criticized by your boss.