Hobbies are Therapy
There was a time when I didn’t understand what healing looked like. I thought it had to be something formal, something structured—something someone else would guide me through. But life has a quiet, almost playful way of teaching you things when you’re not even looking for lessons.
For me, healing didn’t arrive with a grand entrance. It slipped in quietly—through the little things I did just to get by.
I used to write whenever I felt like I was drowning in my own thoughts. Not because I was good at it, not because anyone would read it, but because it gave my emotions somewhere to land. Every word carried a piece of what I couldn’t say out loud. Messy, dramatic, unfiltered—but alive.
When loneliness hit, I walked. Not just walked—I wandered like I was starring in my own invisible film. I built entire worlds in my head, created conversations that never happened, imagined versions of life that felt softer, kinder. Strange? Maybe. But those imaginary moments held me together when reality felt too quiet.
And then there was music.
I used to sing—not for applause, but for release. I poured pain into my voice like it was the only container that wouldn’t break. Sometimes it cracked. Sometimes it trembled. But it carried me through.
Looking back now, I see it clearly: those weren’t random habits.
They were my therapy.
Because the truth is—the things we do, do things to us.
Hobbies aren’t just “time-pass.” They are tiny revolutions. They shift something inside you. They give your chaos a rhythm, your silence a voice, your heaviness somewhere to go. They don’t fix everything—but they make everything feel a little more survivable, a little more human.
You don’t need perfect timing. You don’t need talent. You just need something that lets you feel without explaining yourself.
So don’t be a boring person.
Be hobbyfull.
@SmoothOpertor55 The things we do, do things to us! Wowwww!
Such a beautiful way to put it and I loooveee how you highlighted the importance of hobbies.
I feel when life gets messy, busy, demanding or simply too numbing, the first thing that goes out the window is usually the stuff we’d do that makes us feel joyful or hold our interest, and ironically, when life gets a certain way, there’s a severe lack of interest for absolutely anything.
So much important to not let that part of our brain “win”, the one that keeps us even more isolated and away from things that “speak to us”, when nothing else does.
I’m taking your post as a reminder to check in with myself and try out a hobby today. Thank youu for this. 💛
Ooh and music is such a saviour for real! What kinda music do you like usually? Favorite genre/ artists/ albums etc?
#StayHobbyful - loved it so much haha.
@Sunisshiningandsoareyou
(I hope I got the name correct)
Thanks for your appreciation and support. I don't want to take the credit for the quote. I saw it in a post on *** and I was like I really need to put this one in my new article and guess I just did.
And I don't do music in a professional way nor I do a specific genre. I love music which helps me romanticize life. And I also love pop and the king of Pop MJ!!
HAVE A NICE DAYY!!
This really resonates. Healing isn't a dramatic turning point, but a quiet process of small, consistent actions like writing, walking, or music. They are ways of processing and surviving when things feel overwhelming. ❤️🩹
I really appreciate how honest it is about those "imaginary worlds." It's actually a very human way of coping, especially when reality feels too heavy or too empty. It shows creativity and a mind trying to protect itself.
The line “the things we do, do things to us” really stands out. It’s a simple truth, but easy to overlook. The habits we lean on—especially the ones that help us express, release, or make meaning—quietly shape how we heal.
If anything, I’d push back just a little on the “don’t be a boring person” part—because sometimes people aren’t boring, they’re just tired, stuck, or unsure where to start. And that’s okay too.
But overall, this is a thoughtful reminder that healing doesn’t have to look perfect or impressive—it just has to be real and sustaining ✨
@Solarazy thanks for your honest feedback. After reading your response I have realized that you are right. People's life can make them tired so they are not boring in that case.
Have a nice day!
It's such a good way to cope yes and I do agree that hobbies are the best way , for me it was my guitar and music that helped me out. Really appreciate your words here
@decisiveWheel1659
I am glad that music helped you out. Guitar is one of my favourite musical instrument and people who knows how to play guitar are coolest people I have ever witnessed....
Have a nice dayy!
@SmoothOpertor55
I love this post ❤️
As someone who loves collecting new hobbies, I definitely agree with the fact that they are more than just a time-pass.
They help a lot more than people think they do, and they also add some colour to our otherwise bleak days.
Keep doing what you love, no matter what anyone else says, because no one can notice that change inside you more than you can ❤️
@ACozyBunny It's so cool that you collects new hobbies. Hobbies are so fun.
Yes one should do whatever they love cuz only one can change themselves>
@SmoothOpertor55
I was in Mindfulness group chat just a bit ago, and we were talking about how therapeutic art is. I made a comment that later surprised me. I said, "I have to make art every day." This is crazy to me because me in 2023, in mental health treatment, was refusing art therapy because "I'm artistically challenged". Then I got on good medication, and decided to sit in on a session one day. Three years later, I make art every day. I'm not challenged. I just told myself I was.
I agree. Hobbies are great, and your personal interests are what make you uniquely you. 💙
@TovaCares76 I am glad that you can make art everyday and art is really therapeutic!
Thanks for giving a little insight about your journey. I hope that you continue to make great art everyday
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I love this. You gave me a new perspective on these things and they are definitely how I made it through the hard times, so thank you for that
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