Whether it’s relaxation, self-expression or socialization, hobbies provide a welcome escape from the demands of work and home life. But with so many options out there, finding a right hobby can feel overwhelming. The best way to narrow things down, says a professional in the field, is to first consider what outcome you’re hoping to get from your pastime. If it’s entertainment, for example, then you might opt to do something like play a musical instrument or take up improv. If the point is to relax, you might choose to meditate or try yoga. And if it’s socialization, then group activities, such as hiking or jigsaw puzzles, may be the way to go. URL  hobbyfaqs.com

It’s also a good idea to look at the ways you already spend your time and see how those might serve as a jumping-off point for new activities, Bajaj adds. Love to read? Maybe it’s time to try out a book club. Into exercise? Joining a local biking club might be fun. Or maybe a craft project — such as making and decorating birdhouses, painting picture frames or putting together a wind chime — is more your speed.

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Another option is to look back to your childhood and try out the activities you liked as a kid, Weiler adds. If you once wanted to be a baseball player, for instance, joining a softball team or coaching neighborhood kids could reignite that passion. Of course, the most important thing to remember is that you don’t have to start a new hobby at any particular age or stage of life. Hobbies can be as simple or complex as you want them to be, and you can always drop one if it doesn’t stick.