Yes, I need hobbies!
Last week, I took a break from studying and attended a four-day advanced wheel throwing class at the Jam Factory and loved every minute of it. Should I have spent more time studying? Possibly, but for the sake of my wellbeing and happiness, it was an essential break that I needed to focus on my pottery. I now feel refreshed and ready to continue. I recently read an article titled ‘Ok, but do you really need a hobby?’ which indicates that the pursuit of finding a hobby can cause stress and pressure for some people. There are many people who don’t have any hobbies, citing the “lack or money, time or energy” to pursue. If you are tired or burnt out, it may be the perfect opportunity to find a hobby that is engaging, which boosts energy levels and wellbeing. Coffee & tea canisters made at the workshop What is a hobby? A hobby is an activity pursued outside of work or study hours which is enjoyable and “fulfilled without pressure” . Hobbies are activities which are engaged with regu
