Part 9/11:
The Benefits of Engaging with Leisurely Hobbies
It is crucial to highlight the substantial benefits of engaging in leisurely hobbies. Activities like gardening were shown to correlate with lower stress levels and greater life satisfaction during the pandemic. Such benefits reveal that, while traditional hobbies may have morphed in form and focus, they have not entirely disappeared. The shift in how we engage with our free time primarily reflects a broader, more complex relationship with leisure and technology.