• Avocational Wellness (aka hobbies)

  • Aug 31 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 16 mins
  • Podcast

Avocational Wellness (aka hobbies)

  • Summary

  • Today we talk about the importance of hobbies and how they impact daily life. Zach has a Karen moment and rants about content creators. We talk about different hobbies and how they bring joy, foster creativity, and provide balance in a busy household. From sewing and leatherwork to baking, we cover how hobbies help us stay engaged and avoid the pitfalls of low-quality leisure.

    Here’s what we cover:

    • High vs. Low-Quality Leisure: the difference between passive activities and engaging hobbies.
    • Finding the Right Hobby: how to discover hobbies that bring joy and fulfillment, and why it’s crucial to have hobbies outside of work and family obligations.
    • Hands-On Activities: the benefits of engaging in hands-on hobbies like sewing, leatherwork, and cooking, and how they can lead to a sense of accomplishment and creativity.
    • Digital Distractions: the impact of digital devices on our lives and the importance of setting boundaries to stay present and engaged.
    • Social Media and Hobbies: the influence of content creators and social media on hobbies and how to maintain authenticity in a digital world.

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    Recommendations:

    • Leatherworking
    • Gilmore Girls
    • Sourdough Baking
    • ⁠Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance Book ⁠
    • ⁠Shop Class as Soulcraft Book⁠
    • ⁠The Most Fun We Ever Had Book⁠
    • ⁠Past Lives Movie⁠

    Chapters:

    00:00 Welcome to the Way Family Podcast

    00:12 Introduction to Hobbies and Their Importance

    05:00 The Difference Between High and Low-Quality Leisure

    15:30 Discovering Personal Hobbies and Interests

    28:00 Engaging in Hands-On Activities

    40:00 Managing Digital Distractions and Staying Present

    50:00 The Influence of Social Media on Hobbies

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