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Hobbies Help!
by MistyMagic
Last post
 June 14th
...See more Hobbies Help Our Mental Health! Mental health and self-care are intricately linked, and engaging in hobbies can be a powerful tool to support both.Ā  Hobbies are very personal. Each of us likes and chooses something different for our hobbies, and the choice we make can however affect our mental health. Some hobbies can actually raise our stress and frustration levels, especially worrying about getting something right. The painter that canā€™t capture the painting they want, or the musician that needs to practice for hours every day. So choosing the right hobby for the right time can help to improve our mental health. Having a mix of relaxing and energetic, mindful and chaotic can all help to ease the stresses and pressures of our lives.Ā  Here are a few hobbies known to benefit mental health:-: * Art Therapy: Engaging in artistic activities such as drawing, painting, or sculpting can promote relaxation and self-expression, which are beneficial for managing stress and improving mood. A study published in the Journal of the American Art Therapy Association found that art therapy can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. At 7 Cups we have a dedicated Arts & Crafts Community Here * Gardening: Spending time outdoors and caring for plants has been shown to reduce stress and improve overall well-being. Research published in the Journal of Health Psychology suggests that gardening can promote mood enhancement and stress reduction. Gardening is a topic in Hobby Zone so please post Here * Music Therapy: Listening to or creating music can have a profound impact on mental health by reducing stress, promoting relaxation, and enhancing emotional expression. A systematic review published in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews concluded that music therapy can effectively reduce symptoms of depression. Music and Dance Community Here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/music/]Ā  * Physical Exercise: Engaging in physical activities such as walking, running, or yoga can improve both physical and mental health. Regular exercise has been shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. We have a Sports & Fitness topic Here * Reading & Writing: Immersing oneself in a good book can provide an escape from everyday stressors and promote relaxation. Research published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology found that reading can be an effective form of stress relief, leading to decreased levels of cortisol, the stress hormone. Reading and Writing Community is Here * Cooking and Baking: Cooking or baking can be a creative outlet that allows individuals to express themselves while also providing a sense of accomplishment. Research has shown that engaging in cooking-related activities can improve mood and increase feelings of happiness. Share your recipes Here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/hobbyzone/FoodRecipestoShare_2652/] or share cooking tips HereĀ  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/hobbyzone/Foodallaboutfood_1139/] * Outdoor Activities: Spending time outdoors and engaging in activities such as hiking, camping, or birdwatching can promote feelings of connection to nature and provide opportunities for physical activity and relaxation. Research suggests that spending time in natural environments can reduce stress and improve cognitive functionĀ  One special way to make our hobbies work for our mental wealth more is to ā€˜mindful hobbyā€™. Using simple mindfulness techniques to improve the benefit of our hobby time. Being present in the moment, concentrating on what we are doing rather than letting our minds race. ------------------------- I hope that this has given you all food for thought,Ā  perhaps you will look for a new hobby, or perhaps you may look at your hobbies in a more respectful way;Ā  they are doing you and your mental health more good than you may realise!
šŸˆā€ā¬› The Hobby Zone Taglist!
by MistyMagic
Last post
 May 10th
...See more This thread controls an auto-updating taglist. The current list is pasted below. To add yourself to this taglist, press the Reply button in this post and write the exact words ā€œPlease add me.ā€ To remove yourself from this taglist, press the Reply button in this post and write the exact words, ā€œPlease remove me.ā€ Taglist 20 May 2024 (62) @adaptableOcean4193 @Aileen1114117 @AJ1232005 @Aliceiin3rdwonderland @AquaNyo303 @beachyone @Bella20 @BelovedMe @butdoesanyonenotice @butterlycow @calmmoon2104 @calmSky3414 @charmingSky5972 @confidentrabbit7311 @CosmicMiracle @daydreammemories @DipityEnigma @EchoicEternity @EmotionsListener @FallandWinterPlease00 @Fristo @hiraxx @iloveyouxx @Interestingkiwi @interlligentshawzk @intoxfantasy @jujubears @Katieinbloom @LadyOrgasma @Liv125 @Lou73 @LoveMyMoonflowers @lyricalAngel70 @Merliah001 @MilaAvery @MistyMagic @Mrunal11 @MunchieTaters @mytwistedsoul @NicholasW @Paisleykaat @Paprika001 @practicalTree3613 @PurpleLady568 @SerenitysFire @shiningBeauty72 @SleepyShyCat @SmileSravani @SomebodySpicy13 @SparklingSeashells @Sunisshiningandsoareyou @sweetrosa1987 @ThadSterling @theboymoana @thetoastgod @tidyHickory3283 @victoriousblue17 @warmheartedCamp3360 @WarmLightXO @wisly03 @WorkingitThrough2 @WorriedMagpieļ»æ
Hobbies and Motivation!
by MistyMagic
Last post
 April 22nd
...See more This is Motivational March and so I wanted to discuss with you about your hobbies and what motivates you to get started! Often I find it hard to motivate myself and so I might look at doing other things for a while. If I am in a 'hobby slump' and just want to find another project then that is exactly what I do. So often I might have many 'WIP' work in progress. I also know sometimes I look at all my yarn and knitting needles and groan! I love knitting but sometimes I just want to watch tv! I found my mojo when I wanted a new beanie hat, it was something I could easily knit AND watch tv lol! And, of course I got a warm hat :) So please take a moment to answer the following questions, of perhaps just read and think about them. ? Could you please tell me how you motivate yourself to spend time on your hobbies? ? Which hobby do you feel motivates you the most? ? Which hobby do you find the most rewarding? Join theĀ Hobby Zone Team! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/hobbyzone/EventsAnnouncements_1349/WantedHobbyZoneTeam_280109/]Ā  Add or remove from taglistĀ Here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/hobbyzone/EventsAnnouncements_1349/TheHobbyZoneTaglist_280107/]Ā @Brahmm @adaptableOcean4193 @Aileen1114117 @AJ1232005 @Aliceiin3rdwonderland @beachyone @BelovedMe @butdoesanyonenotice @butterlycow @calmmoon2104 @calmSky3414 @charmingSky5972 @confidentrabbit7311 @CosmicMiracle @DipityEnigma @EchoicEternity @EmotionsListener @FallandWinterPlease00 @hiraxx @Interestingkiwi @interlligentshawzk @intoxfantasy @jujubears @Katieinbloom @LadyOrgasma @Liv125 @Lou73 @LoveMyMoonflowers @lyricalAngel70 @Merliah001 @MilaAvery @MistyMagic @Mrunal11 @MunchieTaters @mytwistedsoul @NicholasW @Paisleykaat @Paprika001 @practicalTree3613 @PurpleLady568 @SerenitysFire @shiningBeauty72 @SleepyShyCat @SmileSravani @SomebodySpicy13 @SparklingSeashells @Sunisshiningandsoareyou @sweetrosa1987 @ThadSterling @theboymoana @thetoastgod @tidyHickory3283 @victoriousblue17 @warmheartedCamp3360 @WarmLightXO @wisly03 @WorkingitThrough2 @WorriedMagpie
What Would You Add to a Warm Bowl of Rice? šŸššŸ›šŸ™
by sweetnutella
Last post
 September 2nd
...See more Picture a steaming bowl of fluffy white rice waiting for you šŸššŸ™ What's the move? Toss on a couple of sunny-side-up eggs? šŸ„ššŸ³ Couple it with sizzling Spam? šŸ– Or go green with a bunch of veggies? šŸ„”šŸ„•šŸ„¦ I'm in desperate need for some new ways to spice up the ol' rice routine, so I'm all ears! šŸ”„šŸ’Ŗ Got any quirky combos or flavor-packed suggestions?
Air Fryer
by SparkyGizmo
Last post
 August 2nd
...See more Oh my gosh, so excited. I finally got an air fryer (well, one that works, this was round 2 for me). So now I have a good one, things are working out well! I haven't done much with it, but it's a start. Anyone else have one of these things? Do you like it? How often do you use it? Any great recipes out there? woooooooo hoooooooooo big *hugs* for reading my post!
Vegan thread!
by
Last post
 May 10th
...See more Feel free to share your story here. How did you discover veganism? ā€‹What do you like best about being vegan?
Today lunch šŸ˜‡šŸ™
by Tulipsmile
Last post
 March 13th
...See more Hello everyone šŸŒ· Today I prepareĀ macaroni bechamel for lunch. I know maybe its not very good shotšŸ˜…of the pictureĀ  And I would like to know what have you prepared for lunch ,so I can have new ideasĀ  Thanks
No Cupsing Whilst Cooking!
by MistyMagic
Last post
 February 12th
...See more So you have all heard of the infamous teen threadĀ  Ā "No Cupsing in Class" [https://www.7cups.com/forum/teens/TeenZoneCommunityTeam_590/NoCupsingInClass_177619/] now. . . . here is..... "No Cupsing Whilst Cooking!" For safety reasons, we all know that when operating heavy, or hot machinery, eg: coffee makers, air fryers, grills, BBQ smokers, we need to be watching so that we keep safe and make sure the food does not get spoilt as can often be the case when our eyes dart away to Cupsland and we get carried away forgetting what else we are doing! So let's see if we can all share:- 1) What is cooking (or what was it meant to be) 2) Where on Cups were you caught 'Cupsing Whilst Cooking' 3) What happened as a result! 4) Tag some friends! 5) Share some recipes! 6) There isn't a number 6 lol! 7) Join the Hobby Zone Team! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/hobbyzone/EventsAnnouncements_1349/WantedHobbyZoneTeam_280109/]Ā  Add or remove from taglist Here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/hobbyzone/EventsAnnouncements_1349/TheHobbyZoneTaglist_280107/] @Brahmm @adaptableOcean4193 @Aileen1114117 @AJ1232005 @Aliceiin3rdwonderland @beachyone @BelovedMe @butdoesanyonenotice @butterlycow @calmmoon2104 @calmSky3414 @charmingSky5972 @confidentrabbit7311 @CosmicMiracle @DipityEnigma @EchoicEternity @EmotionsListener @FallandWinterPlease00 @hiraxx @Interestingkiwi @interlligentshawzk @intoxfantasy @jujubears @Katieinbloom @LadyOrgasma @Liv125 @Lou73 @LoveMyMoonflowers @lyricalAngel70 @Merliah001 @MilaAvery @MistyMagic @Mrunal11 @MunchieTaters @mytwistedsoul @NicholasW @Paisleykaat @Paprika001 @practicalTree3613 @PurpleLady568 @SerenitysFire @shiningBeauty72 @SleepyShyCat @SmileSravani @SomebodySpicy13 @SparklingSeashells @Sunisshiningandsoareyou @sweetrosa1987 @ThadSterling @theboymoana @thetoastgod @tidyHickory3283 @victoriousblue17 @warmheartedCamp3360 @WarmLightXO @wisly03 @WorkingitThrough2 @WorriedMagpie
Green Coffee
by AffyAvo
Last post
 January 25th
...See more I'm not a coffee drinker. I have a health issue were coffee may be beneficial. I've decided to give green coffee a try - I like green tea, I like drinks at a coffee chain with green coffee extract (no idea if anyone can really taste it in there though!). Does anyone like green coffee? How does it taste? Any tips on making it? I ordered some whole beans, so I'll be using the soak overnight method instead of attempting to break them.
NA/Low Alcohol Drinks
by AffyAvo
Last post
 January 12th
...See more CW - discussion related to alcohol and alternatives * Note - product recommendations are encouraged in this thread, but please no links regarding products. I've been sticking to the low risk drinking guidelines put out by Canadian Centre and Substance Use and Addiction for a few years and reduced my alcohol intake close to that for health reasons a few years before. I started drinking some of the NA/low alcohol drinks because of this. In January it's not unusual to find some people going 'dry' for the month or adjusting to a new resolution lifestyle. I'm hoping some others are interested in sharing some drink suggestions! [Chip and Dale chipmunks clink 2 glasses across a table CHEERS!!! is written below] In the summer I like Stanley Park Peach wheat ale - actually prefer drinking this on a hot day to normal beer as it's more hydrating. I was pleasantly surprised when I tried a store brand - PC blonde and red brews. I prefer some of the more complex flavours from other brands, but for the price the store brand is quite reasonable. Was a bit disappointed (but not surprised) to not finding a pumpkin pie/pumpkin spice option in the fall - I used to get some around thanksgiving each year with the normal alcohol content. Was also disappointed to not find a decent winter ale/stout although I am sure some must exist, I only looked at 2 locations plus did a search with grocery orders. Wine has been the biggest disappointment, I haven't enjoyed a single low alcohol one that I have tried. This is what I do miss because when I do have a standard drink I am often the only one who would drink wine, so it seems like a waste of a bottle. What's your opinion of NA options? Do you have any recommendations for us? (no links) Bonus points for a good NA wine!
Is it Worth Eating?
by communicativePond1728
Last post
 December 19th, 2023
...See more Hey, for people that like eating and exploring in the kitchen, I'd love to share any new foods and recipes we've tried here. Some new things I've tried recently is pemmican and water buffalo yoghurt. With the water buffalo yoghurt I tried it in a smoothie with dark coffee, dark hot chocolate powder, amber maple syrup, a whole banana, five frozen strawberries, walnuts, flax, oatmeal and protein powders.Ā 
Hot Drinks for Winter
by TareqRafiqul
Last post
 December 2nd, 2023
...See more Hello good people, Winter is knocking at our door. We tend to have more hot drinks to keep us warm and comfortable. Tea and coffee are most common hot drinks around the world. There are many kinds of teas and coffees around us. I personally love milk tea. What about you? Or is there any other beverages that you drink to stay warm?
What did you Eat for Thanksgiving?
by communicativePond1728
Last post
 November 27th, 2023
...See more What did you eat for Thanksgiving and any leftovers? Hope no one has a Ross moment with a sandwich! I ordered a Donaire pizza and had leftovers today with some carrots. I also had a strawberry chocolate dessert with maple syrup, walnuts, yoghurt, cinnamon and salt.
What is your favourite Halloween treat?
by tommy
Last post
 November 1st, 2023
...See more It's that time of year again šŸŽƒ Imagine you were walking up to a front door right now to trick or treat... what would be your ideal treat? Are you sweet, savoury or do you prefer something practical like a toy?Ā  Bonus points if you share pictures so everyone across the globe can see what you're referring to!
CALLING ALL BAKERS!
by chyni
Last post
 October 25th, 2023
...See more all my bakers please tap in for this one! i recently started baking and i absolutely love it. even though it runs in the family to cook and bake, i recently started doing it, so now i need new recipes to try out, nothing extra just some simple recipes me and the family would enjoy. šŸ©·šŸ‘©šŸ¾ā€šŸ³

Hobby Zone

Welcome to Hobby Zone! This is where you can discover and explore how our hobbies can help us maintain good mental health. Hobbies can be therapeutic and promote healing. The purpose of this community is to provide a supportive and inclusive space and to share your hobbies.


What are the different forum topics for Hobby Zone?

Community Space: A place for discussions, check-ins and introductions.

DIY & Upsycling projects: A place for all those DIY discussions and home projects.

Events & Announcements: A place for discussions and events.

Food - recipes to share: A place to share your favourite recipes.

Food - all about food: A place to share your favourite foods.

Gaming: A place to discuss all things relating to games and gaming.

Gardening & other outdoor hobbies: A place for discussions relating to the outdoors and gardening.

Hobby Journals: A place for discussions relating to your hobby journals.

Other hobbies or interests: A place for discussions relating to any other hobbies or interests that you might have.

Pets and Animals: A place for discussions relating to your beloved pets or other animals.

Photography: A place for discussions relating to photography and videography.

Sports & Fitness: A place for discussions relating to your physical fitness and hobbies.

Using hobbies as therapy: A place for discussions relating to your hobbies being used as therapy.


How can I help?

You can help us by simply responding to threads and sharing your story (if you're comfortable). Check-in with us, join a discussion, or start one! Alternatively, you can join us as a Forum Leader. Check out this thread for more information.


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Q: Are there any sub-community-specific guidelines that we need to adhere to?

A: You can find Sub-community-specific guidelines below, which you should follow in addition to the general forum guidelines.


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If you need help, feel free to contact a community leader or postĀ here, and someone will contact you!

Community Guidelines

Please note that adding a 'Trigger Warning' or [TW] does not make any content acceptable. So please think carefully before posting.

Hobby Zone is a friendly, relaxing, and safe space where we doĀ notĀ expect to have triggery, or triggering artwork, writing, poetry, or other contributions.

  • You can start a Hobby Journal or join in with seeing what others are up to.

  • You can post your artwork but please make sure it is teen suitable and adheres to 7 Cups guidelines so appropriate attire and content. Please start your own thread and keep ALL artwork in that thread. This will mean that your thread gains upvotes/hearts and will notify everyone when a new post is made.

  • You can share your poetry or writing but again please make sure that it is suitable for an emotional support site and is not triggering. If in doubt then please ask a community leader, the names can be found under this 'About' tab below. Please start your own thread and keep ALL writing & poetry work in that thread. This will mean that your thread gains upvotes/hearts and will notify everyone when a new post is made.

  • Be wary of clicking on any unknown links as they are not vetted or checked by Hobby Zone or 7 Cups.

  • Please avoid giving links to other sites such as YouTube or Spotify for music or video content instead please give the name and song title so that people can safely do their own search and find the content.

Please ensure that ALL content is appropriate for teens as the site is open to members as young as 13.

Inappropriate content will be removed.Ā 

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