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🐈‍⬛ The Hobby Zone Taglist!
by MistyMagic
Last post
 October 20th
...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 “Please add me.” To remove yourself from this taglist, press the Reply button in this post and write the exact words, “Please remove me.” 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 @WorriedMagpie
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.  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 can’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.  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/]  * 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 Here  [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 function  One special way to make our hobbies work for our mental wealth more is to ‘mindful hobby’. 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,  perhaps you will look for a new hobby, or perhaps you may look at your hobbies in a more respectful way;  they are doing you and your mental health more good than you may realise!
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 the Hobby Zone Team! [https://www.7cups.com/forum/hobbyzone/EventsAnnouncements_1349/WantedHobbyZoneTeam_280109/]  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
🎨 Art Sharing Thread 🖌️
by IzumiMizuki
Last post
 July 2nd
...See more Hello fellow artists and art enthusiasts, Welcome to our interactive art sharing thread! Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out, this is a space to showcase your creativity and appreciate each other's work. Here’s how you can participate: 🎨 Share Your Art: Post an image or description of your latest artwork. It could be a painting, drawing, digital art, sculpture, or any other form of creative expression you enjoy. 🖼️ Tell Us About It: What inspired your artwork? Share the story behind your creation, techniques you used, or any challenges you overcame during the process. 👍 Offer Feedback: Spread positivity and support by commenting on others’ artworks. What do you admire about their piece? Offer constructive feedback or ask questions to learn more about their artistic journey. Let's inspire each other and celebrate the diverse talents within our community. Whether you're here to create, appreciate, or learn, your participation makes this thread vibrant and enriching! Looking forward to seeing your masterpieces, Izumi
Dalt0kki - My Hobby Journal!
by Dalt0kki
Last post
 May 17th
...See more [TW - some content my be upsetting] Hey, I'm Dalt0kki and here I will post pictures of my artwork and sculptures - feel free to comment, criticize or praise any of my works, and if anyone is interested in the context behind any of my works feel free to ask!
Nightfrost's Hobby Journal
by Nightfrost
Last post
 May 14th
...See more Some time ago I started to fall in love with making fan works. I tried to make them cute and it was nice to see these lovely youngsters coming into being on the paper. What I liked most to draw was their eyes, which would make them look more vivid and lively.💙💙💙 Then I think I can draw something else besides fan works.✨✨✨ I am not exactly a photography lover, but I feel quite enthusiastic about the creatures. At present, I am really into moths. People often hold the opinion that moths are not as beautiful as butterflies, and even seem annoying. I want to show they are also worth loving.💚💚💚 I may share photos of other things later.🌟🌟🌟 (I admit that my device isn't very satisfying and it often produce photos that a little fuzzy.)😅😅😅
Lovings baking corner 🧡😝
by lovingTangerine2547
Last post
 April 2nd
...See more I recently started baking and would love to hear everyone’s favorite items to bake! Photos or recipes allowed :) Any tips encouraged as well! So far I have made Everything bagels Bread Cinnamon rolls
hobby of mine
by alexlemon
Last post
 February 9th
...See more i collect stones for my hobby
Shea's Zine Journal!
by sheanemone
Last post
 January 23rd
...See more hello 7cups friends! This is shea here :> Do we have any zine lovers/creators here? I'm thinking of starting a little mental health/wellness related zine- I have a few unformed thoughts but I would love to discuss this idea with anyone interested ZINES, A SHORT INTRO First off, what is a zine? The word zine takes up half the word of magazine. In some aspects, zines and magazines are similar. They share a resemblance in qualities like catchy covers and somewhat unified page layouts, coherent to an overarching aesthetic. (though admittedly, zines are more creative and artistic than your typical commercial mag) But other than that, they are vastly different–in their intent, content, publishing methods, creative community and creative process. With that said, let me define zines–a truly undefinable, tightknit, genuine piece of artistic expression. Zines are DIY, self published, small-circulation works, made by a single/ or a small group of creators. Ofc, as seen in many expanding zines today (especially in social media) the line of commercialization is hazy to define. Content wise, zines may be dedicated to art, fanfiction, political protest (see Riot Grrls), and personal reflection. ZInes can be made out of pure interest, out of passion for a cultural subcommunity. The artistic medium is very diverse. It could be in the form written word: poetry, journal entries, short stories, editorials, essays. It could be artworks: physical/digital, collages or sculptures. It could be as simple as a piece of folded A4 paper with doodles drawn or cut out images, scanned and reproduced by a copy machine. Bonus**A small history: Zines first made their appearance in the 1930s as a way for sci-fi fans to discuss pulp fiction. Thereafter, zines rose with third wave feminism in the 1990s, developing into the Riot Grrrls , an underground punk feminist movement.
photus and random doodles
by GuiOakes
Last post
 October 2nd, 2023
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My Journal - a public dream journal
by teacuuupux3
Last post
 August 14th, 2023
...See more imma use this post as my dream journal for everyone to see cus why not. my dreams are weird.
Datnpc's Hobby Journal!
by Datnpc
Last post
 August 2nd, 2023
...See more I hope it's not tacky or hard to see... it has been a long time since I felt motivated to draw like this. Also, could anyone tell me how to start a hobby journal?
Hobby
by compassionateCar7091
Last post
 May 22nd, 2023
...See more Tonight I'm working on my crochet blanket
What do you do in your free time?? :D
by Chetan1408
Last post
 April 10th, 2023
...See more Hello everyone, How do you enjoy your time? I generally listen to songs, talk to my friends on call, go outside to experience nature, do sketching, make logics and sometimes sleep... lol So what about you all?? :)
SleepyShyCat's Hobby Journal 🐈
by SleepyShyCat
Last post
 April 1st, 2023
...See more Welcome to my hobby journal! Thought it was about time I made myself a place for my hobbies that don't involve cats... Well, maybe one or two cats will still appear 😉 My main hobbies are drawing, photography, hiking, wild swimming, baking, writing, poetry, puzzles, looking after my plants, music, collecting fun things... Sharing cat facts 😮 (Most of my cat related posts live here 😸 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/HobbyZone_125/PetsAnimalInterests_1449/SleepyShyCatsCatCorner_284271/]) Here's a cute doodle to get started: Hope you have a good day 😊

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.


Helpful Threads

Taglist: Do you want to stay up to date with our community? Then join our tag list to be notified whenever there is a new discussion or update within the community!


Hobby Zone FAQ

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.


Help! I still have a question! 

If you need help, feel free to contact a community leader or post 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 do not 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. 

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  • Arts & Crafts
  • Cooking, Baking, or Barbequing!
  • Fun, and Relaxation
  • Gaming
  • Gardening and other Outdoor Hobbies
  • Graphic Design & Online Media
  • Hobby Journals!
  • Hobby Zone Archives
  • Hobby Zone Events, and Announcements!
  • Movies & Television
  • Music
  • Pets and Animals
  • Photography
  • Poetry
  • Reading
  • Sports
  • Traveling
  • Using Hobbies As Therapy
  • Welcomes, Introductions & Check-ins!
  • Would you rather threads
  • Writing
  • Your Hobbies & Interests