Somewhere along the way, many adults stopped doing things just because they felt good. We optimized our time, turned interests into side projects, and forgot what it’s like to engage in something without performance or outcome. A hobby isn’t about mastery or productivity. It’s about giving your nervous system something steady, curious, and yours. If your life feels efficient but flat, it might not be a crisis. It might just be time to get a hobby.

Considering Dry January? A thoughtful perspective on intention, alcohol, and what a break might really be about.