In what ways do you enjoy life?
Hi everyone! I hope everyone had a great weekend! I am very interested in seeing what everyone's favorite pastime is right now. What do you like to do for fun? What things bring you the most joy when you are feeling down? Currently, I am reading a great book, enjoying the holidays, and learning a new language! So many fun things on my list right now!
@fruityPond7887
This is wonderful! My favorite pastime is cooking (mostly baking), reading a good book, and listening to comfort music (which changes at times, but is usually meditation style music.)
@WingedSoul I love doing all of those things too! What's your favorite thing to bake? I've made pumpkin muffins before and they are so good! Also, what book are you currently reading? I am reading Midnight Sun by Stephenie Meyer. It's kinda boring, but I have this weird thing where I have to finish a book 😂 Thanks for sharing!
@fruityPond7887
I'm currently reading the Skulduggery Pleasant series! They're so good! Magic, mystery, action, adventure... God they're hard to put down. Absolutely in love with the writing style.
My favorite thing to bake? Aaaagh, that's harrrd! XD I think my favorite thing I've ever made was a spiced apple pear pie. 😄
@WingedSoul I'll have to look into that series and omg that sounds so good! Can you make me one and ship it here? 😭😂
@fruityPond7887 omg if I could! 😂
Something that always works for me when feeling down is going for a walk outside
@amiablePeace77 I really enjoy going for walks too! I've been wanting to go for a walk to help with my anxiety, but it's been too hot! 😭
@fruityPond7887
It's no fun to walk in the excruciating heat and also not healthy but I find very early in the morning or early in the evening it's quite pleasant.
@amiablePeace77 That's very true! I like when it's a nice 75 degrees and there's a breeze ❤️
@fruityPond7887
Your pastimes are wonderful!
I think I just love to have something sweet,listen to some music and just chill☺️
@youcancallmeLili Aw thank you! I agree with that! I have such a sweet tooth - it's not good sometimes! I can never turn down something chocolatey! Thank you for sharing your past times!
I like cuddling with my cats
@Melancholycat252 Same here! My cat Jade is the sweetest! She doesn't cuddle per se, but she loves being pet and bumping her head on your knee or foot ❤️
"In what ways do you enjoy life?"
...these days, I don't.
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@fruityPond7887
What do you like to do for fun?
I like to decorate cakes. I so enjoy taking a plain cake and transforming it into something beautiful. The more intricate the better.
What things bring you the most joy when you are feeling down?
I go horseback riding; the sensation of galloping along a lakeside is exhilarating and uplifting. Meeting friends at the archery range is something that elevates my mood and gives me some practice. Finally, tending to my small balcony garden is an activity that gives me a sense of peace. Working in soil is very enjoyable and lifts me out of my doldrums.
@xandia You have so many fun things that you do! I love it!! ❤️ The horseback riding sounds like a dream!! Thank you for sharing! 🐎
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@considerateMoon9060
I just like to share a few words if you don't mind. There was a time when I felt the same, life is crap and I could not see any worth in it. Today, I'm very glad that I practically forced myself to reach out. Just sharing and listening to others helped me to get back on track even I never thought it could help - it did.
@fruityPond7887
This is awesome, I don’t really think about my passions much or activities I like so I want to take a second to post here
Past passions of mine have been gaming, specially playing Dark souls, but then I almost beat all of the games and I didn’t want to keep playing because beating them meant I would have to either play end game+ or separate :,), and reading about psychology, along with reading in general. Yoga and meditation is also great.
I want to hopefully continue some of my old fun activities and build up some new ones, like maybe running with my dog, playing guitar, drawing, or even learning more Japanese:)
listening to music also helps me, I would love to sing more often. It’s really empowering. Lately I’ve been listening to a lot of Coldplay.
@Stinkysluggr
Exploring new fun activities sounds wonderful!
@Stinkysluggr Those are all really awesome and it sounds like you've got a great "to-do" list for when you are ready for your next hobby! I love how all of them are stimulating and work your brain while you're enjoying them at the same time!! Thank you for sharing! :)
@fruityPond7887 Thank you so much. You just added a up to my day. Like todays been pretty good, with the ups now balancing with the downs. Thank you for this harmony:)
@Stinkysluggr Aw you're very welcome! I am glad I was able to make you feel a bit better! <3
@fruityPond7887
For fun, I love to listen to different kinds of music (my playlist has music of different languages), cycling outdoors every evening, spending time with friends and family, play golf and trying new sports, and I love watching videos of my favourite YouTube channels every week such as RachelSouthard and Ali Abdaal.
What brings me the most joy when I'm feeling down? I like talking to my close friends and have funny conversations, and listen to good music!
@gentleHope6422
Also I forgot to add, when I'm feeling down, I like to treat myself to an iced coffee at Tim Hortons or an iced oat latte at Starbucks!
@gentleHope6422
Great idea! 😊
@gentleHope6422
Talking to a close friend can bring so much comfort!
@gentleHope6422 Reaching out to friends and family for support when you're feeling down is the best ❤️ I'm glad you have really awesome ways to feel better and enjoy your time! Also, thanks for the new Starbucks suggestion 😂 Gonna have to try it! <3
@fruityPond7887
I really love this thread, such a great idea to remind ourselves that there are things we can do to make us feel better when we're down. How is it going on with learning a new language and I always forgot to ask, what language are you learning?
@amiablePeace77 Aw thank you Ami! I appreciate you supporting all of our friends here! ❤️ Haha yeah I kinda stopped learning the language 😅 I was learning Portuguese on Duolingo for a month or two!