Hobbies Reduce Stress

Great for Mental Health and Relaxation

Patricia Hamlett
2 min readAug 16, 2022
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Gardening — Offers fresh air and exercise.

It has often been thought that hobbies are for “older people”. However, many clinical studies show the benefits of having a hobby for people of all ages. I will attach a link to the Kentucky Counseling Center's 15 Stress Relieving Hobbies.

According to Developing Good Habits.Com, the following are the advantages of having a hobby:

1. Hobbies are a great stress reliever.

2. Hobbies encourage you to take a break.

Pottery

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3. Hobbies present new challenges and experiences.

4. Hobbies allow you to explore yourself and your talents.

Digital Art

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5. Hobbies can help improve your career.

6. Hobbies can provide additional income.

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Patricia Hamlett

Formerly retired schoolteacher. I enjoy international travel. I taught school in Cairo, Egypt, for three years, and my goal is to publish a motivational book.