But they dont have to be.
What is the 5 hobby rule?
The 5 hobby rule is related to the five different categories that hobbies can fall into, says Papa.
These include hobbies that 1.)
can make you money, 2.)
keep you active, 3.)
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help you be creative, 4.)
build knowledge, and 5.)
keep you social, Papa explains.
Creative arts hobbies
1.
Acting in community theater
5.
Writing a screenplay
6.
Writing a play
7.
Writing stories or books
9.
Learning an instrument
11.
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Singing
Food and drink hobbies
12.
Trying new restaurants (either through a food tour or just on your own)
13.
Getting into wine
15.
Getting into whiskey
16.
Getting into beer
17.
Canning or making preserves
20.
Making your own wine or beer
21.
Making your own cheese or dairy products
Gaming hobbies
22.
Starting a board game night with friends and colleagues
23.
Going to and joining an existing board game night in your community
24.
Playing video games alone
25.
Playing video games with friends or other multiplayers online
26.
Playing card games
27.
Playing simulation games like The Sims
28.
Playing games on your phone like Tetris or Candy Crush
29.
Playing tabletop games like Dungeons & Dragons
30.
Miniature wargaming with models
31.
Playing cozy games like Stardew Valley or Animal Crossing
32.
Playing VR games
Indoor hobbies
33.
Rock climbing in an indoor gym
39.
Crafting (more on that below)
40.
Sewing
Outdoor hobbies
43.
Sailing
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46.
Landscaping
Technical hobbies
53.
Flying drones
Physical hobbies
63.
Doing different boutique workout classes
67.
Mountain biking
Animal-centered hobbies
76.
Volunteering at an animal shelter
77.
Getting involved in your local dog show circuit
80.
Keeping hamsters, guinea pigs, or other rodents
82.
Keeping snakes
Crafting hobbies
85.
Weaving
Travel hobbies
95.
Going on cruises
98.
Caving
Collection-related hobbies
104.
Collecting leaves and foliage
108.
Collecting fantasy trading cards
110.
Collecting sports trading cards
111.
Collecting action figures
113.
These may include the following:
114.
Think about your hobbies as you would a balanced nutrition plan.
You cant pour from an empty cup, says licensed clinical psychologist,Aimee Daramus, PsyD.
Its important to find time to do something that reminds you that you matter, she says.
Distance makes the heart grow fonder, even with your hobbies.
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