African American Museum of Southern Illinois recently issued the following announcement.
While social distancing, of course.
By Leigh Williams
Trying new things has so many benefits – sure, it’s an amazing way to pass the time, but did you know you’ll also be creating new neural pathways in your brain? This helps to develop a more creative, and successful version of YOU!
So, if you’re looking for a new hobby to try out while practicing social distancing, you’re in luck because we pulled together a list of 40 hobbies for you to try out during this time!
Birdwatching
Gardening
Meteorology
Composting
Create short films
Photography
Make jewelry
Build a rainwater collection system
Juggling
Start vlogging
Crocheting
Drawing/sketching
Learn a musical skill
Journaling
Start (or join) a book club
Origami
Create a model car
Learn pottery or ceramics
Start a podcast
Youtube Makeup Tutorials
Painting
Sewing
Knitting
Candle making
Woodworking
Start a blog
Calligraphy
Creative writing
Research your family tree
Learn to code
Yoga
Soap making
Meditating
Learn how to quilt
Create an electronics project
Make a scrapbook
Take an online course
Start budgeting
Learn a new language
So, which will you be trying first?! Doing something new with your free time might be just what you (or a friend) needs during this time! Plus, you’ll be setting yourself up for a healthier, more successful future while you’re at it. Win-win!
Original source can be found here.