Walking in Beauty
Hobbies Katie Sharpton, MPH Family and Consumer Science/4-H Agent McKinley County Cooperative Extension Service
stresses. Having a hobby not only makes you happier, but also healthier. January is National Hobby Month and what better time to try out the activity you have always
In the 1500’s, knitting’s “pure stitch” What are your passions? What sparks method was invented. Knitting, as a your interest the most? hobby, fell out of favor in the 1980’s, but What are your goals? Now is the perfect rebounded in the 21st century. time of year to pick up a new hobby or get back into an old one that you haven’t wanted to do then now. thought about in a while. The great thing Hobbies are often referred to as a about having a hobby is that it can take your “pastime”, derived from the use of hobbies to mind off the pressure of work or other daily pass the time. Over several centuries the term
In 1840, Great Britain issued the first postage stamp. Stamp collecting peaked as a hobby in the mid-20th century. In 1972, the first video game home console, Odyssey, went on sale. In 2013, Netflix began releasing new episodes of popular T.V. shows all at the same time—the era of binge-watching as a hobby. “hobby” grew to be associated with recreation and leisure. Over the years, hobbies are now an activity that is regular practice serving a worthwhile purpose. Hobbies can be practiced for pure enjoyment or interest. A hobby is anything you enjoy doing in your spare time. These activities keep us well rounded and also bring experiences to our lives. If you enjoy the outdoors, try camping, fishing, or hiking. Be creative and try embroidery, calligraphy, or painting. If you already enjoy painting, check out letsmakeart.com for kits on watercolor or journaling. I love the outdoors and express joy by growing, nourishing things.
HOBBY EXAMPLES
Baking, canning, jewelry making, reading, writing, gaming, photography, whittling, wood burning, personal growth, dog training, board games, music, cycling, yoga, archery, golf, guitar, violin, basketball, tennis, having a pet. 18 January 2021
