Want a New Hobby? Here’s How to Avoid Overspending on Gear and Classes
Want a new hobby without overspending? Discover smart tips to avoid high costs on gear, classes, and more—while still enjoying what you love.
Category: the happy life
Series of blog posts on hobbies and happiness
How to Find the Environment That Truly Fits You
Choosing the right environment can make the difference in whether or not you enjoy a hobby.
The Passion Test: How to Find Hobbies You’ll Actually Stick To
A rewarding hobby should not feel like an obligation. It should be a source of joy and fulfillment. Use this guide to help you find the right type of hobby
The Truth About Ikigai and Hobbies: Stop Monetizing Your Joy
Hobbies are not your ikigai. You need to make room for doing something you love for the joy of it.
The Beauty of Being an Amateur: Why Hobbies Should Be About Love, Not Perfection
The beauty of amateur hobbies lies precisely in their liberation from the metrics and evaluations that govern professional activities.
Majime vs Amateur: Why You Don’t Need to Be Perfect to Love Your Hobby
Majime, the serious and earnest pursuit of excellence can sometimes be a hindrance
The Three-Hobby Rule: A Surprisingly Simple Path to Fulfillment
Hobbies aren’t optional—they’re vital for a meaningful life. The three-hobby rule can nurture your mind, body, and creativity.
Ordinary but Happy: Why a Regular Life Can Be Extraordinary
You don’t need fame or fortune to live a meaningful life. Here’s how one person turned ordinary experiences into lasting happiness—and how you can too.
The Lennon Test: Why School Never Taught You How to Be Happy
When they asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up. I wrote down ‘happy.’