Growing up, I had a few simple hobbies. My grandmother taught me how to sew and I would make clothes for my dolls. And my mom taught me how to crochet. Together, my mom and I made blankets and scarves. While these hobbies were enjoyable, nothing really stuck out to me that I did often, just for myself.
I feel like a hobby is a little gift that we offer ourselves for simple pleasures or even relaxation. A few examples of hobbies are playing a musical instrument, knitting, reading, walking, coloring, writing or doing yoga. And these hobbies can turn into gifts when we bless others with them. For instance, a person who knits may gift others with scarves. Or a person who plays a musical instrument may play in a band.
Do you have a hobby? How long have you done your hobby? What excites you most about this hobby? Now that you have one in mind, what about this activity gives you pleasure, peace and a sense of simple soulful purpose? And if you are open to sharing this hobby with others, what are some ways that you can unwrap your gift and make it a habit?
When we take our hobby, make it a habit and share it with others, it becomes a beautiful gift. Not all hobbies are to be shared with others because they are special to the person who uses them as a means in which to rest and find relaxation. But they can become beautiful gifts when we are open to sharing them.
Recently, I was talking to my counselor about my hobbies. I personally like to go for walks and color. And I still like to sew as well. But, he asked me point blank, "What is your gift and how do you unwrap it?" And I knew immediately that I am already using my hobby of writing, making it a habit and sharing it as a gift to others through my blog.
A hobby should make you smile on the inside. It should be something special you can lean into on your most chaotic days to calm your mind and ease your heart. And sometimes, when we make a hobby a habit, we can return to this activity when we need it the most on a tough day.
I hope today, when you put on your high heels, you will think about your hobbies. And I wonder if you unwrap them, and share them with others, what kind of a special gift you can offer the world. And while the activities of life spin around us, I hope you will find time to pursue your own hobby that makes you smile and gives you comfort.
Love Note: With all my heart, I genuinely request that due to the content written, please seek the guidance of professional help should you feel you need it.
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