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Old 10-22-2010, 10:17 AM
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Hi Member's,

What are your Hobbies ?

I know your Monte Carlo is one of them, but please share what other hobbies you have & you may find other member's that have the same & similar interest as `you (?)

Look forward to your posts (Remember, we are a family forum : )

How hobbies relieve stress?


Stress has become the most common ailment in our lives. It’s hard to find a person who is not stressed at some point of time or another. The increasing competition in every sphere of life has further fuelled the elements of stress and anxiety. Each one of us wants to move forward in life at breathtaking pace. We are constantly struggling for time. People are finding it hard to indulge in their favourite hobbies. All these factors have made stress an omnipresent factor in the lives of humans. Stress has severe negative effects on one’s health, spirit and happiness.

But all of us have a breaking point. At that point, we need to stop for a while and think what is causing stress and how to make life a wonderful experience all over again. Hobbies come into picture at this crucial juncture. Hobbies allow us to relax and pursue our long lost passions. Definition wise, hobby is essentially an activity that someone likes to indulge in during his/her spare time. Different people have different hobbies. It all depends upon particular likes and interests of a person. Hobbies bring mental satisfaction and a sense of rejuvenation.

Indulging in a hobby allows individual to break free from his reality. He can stop worrying about daily chores, office work, family responsibilities etc and just please himself by doing something that gives him immense satisfaction. Pursuing a hobby is all about putting aside all the stress and tension. A stressed person is least likely to perform to his optimum. During such times, it is important to take a break from mundane chores and indulge in an activity that we had always desired but failed to pursue because of various reasons. Hobbies are instrumental in bringing energy back in an individual’s life. Time well spent on pursuing your hobby will lead to a fresh mind and consequently increased focus back on the work.

Worldwide, experts are emphasising on including hobby in stress management techniques. Stressed people are encouraged to pursue their favourite activities. There are plenty of such activities that one can choose from depending upon his features, interests, characteristics and personality. Someone would like to go for indoor activities or some others are more excited about outdoor ventures. Those with artistic bend of mind can always go for painting, sculpting or writing. Those who seek adrenaline rush can opt for scuba diving, sky diving, bungee jumping etc. Similarly, a person can have several hobbies depending upon his moods. But the crucial aspect is to have a hobby that can play a significant role in removing stress.

No matter, what hobby you pursue, the end result is same, i.e. gaining great pleasure and satisfaction. What also works in favour of practising a hobby is that, it has no deadlines, no rules and no pressure to perform. Spend as much time as you want. No one is going to talk about the end result. All you have to do is to please yourself. Hobbies offer other benefits as well. One can develop new skills and discover hitherto, unknown talents. Individuals can expand their horizons, make new contacts, develop relationships etc and get the most out of life.

My hobby is the MCF & anything to do with the Beach/Ocean/River & dreaming about exotic cars + skateboarding/biking/fishing/eating : )
 

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Old 10-22-2010, 10:22 AM
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Worlds Largest List of Hobbies!
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www.notsoboringlife.com/list-of-hobbies/
 
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off roading
 
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My hobbies?

Posting on MCF.
 
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Our hobby is Reefkeeping. We have 2 reefs running, a 10 gallon and a 75 gallon. Its expensive but really relaxing to watch

Heres the most recent picture of the 75 gallon. It had been up and running since December of last year. Lighting is 2x250 watt metal halide.



And this is the 10 gallon. Its been running since this summer. Lighting is DIY LED

 
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Old 10-22-2010, 11:54 AM
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Nice pics labnjab! Gorgeous tanks!
 
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Thank you

On top of this we also have a sun conure who takes up the rest of our time
 
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Had to Google that! A Parrot type bird. I have a salt water tank that I am holding for a friend, and I just cant get it right. I am trying to get rid of the fish for him and I can't find any local takers.
 
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I know a few nationwide aquarium forums where there may be people local to you that might take them. Try reefcentral.com and aquaticcommunity.com/forum, both have a classified section, although reefcentral may have a minimum post count before you can sell anything
 
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Detailing, designing and installing car audio systems, photography, surfing (only the internets), building pc's, shooting.
 


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