5 Fascinating Hobbies You Can Try this 2023

Having hobbies is a great way to live a fuller, more exciting life. More than that, partaking in activities that interest you can serve as a creative and de-stressing outlet- which most of people certainly need.

This 2023, why not take on new pastimes? It’s been a few weeks since we said goodbye to 2022, but the new year remains full of possibilities.

Here are five awesome hobbies you can try to kickstart an interesting and exciting 2023!

Make pottery

Ever seen those cool TikToks where people flex their handmade mugs or vases? You can do that too!

Since the start of the pandemic, there’s been a boom in creative endeavors- one of which is pottery. If you think it’s too late to start now, don’t worry! Many of the people you’ll see in pottery classes started not too long ago.

Who doesn’t want a self-made trinket tray or cute planters in their homes? Plus, if you really jive with pottery, you can even turn your passion into a lucrative business!

Study martial arts

You’ve probably heard time and again the benefits of working out. Not only does it boost physical wellness, it also improves mental health.

If you’re looking for alternative ways to get your body moving (aside from basic cardio and weight training), you might enjoy martial arts. Karate, judo, taekwondo- those are just three types of martial arts you can get into- all of them equally challenging and engaging.

Of course, you can expect a pretty steep learning curve on your first sessions. But you’ll get the hang of it soon enough! Many gyms offer beginner-friendly classes wherein you’ll be grouped with newbies like yourself. Nothing beats learning something new with the possibility to make new friends!

Brew your own coffee

Instant coffee- as much as Filipinos love it- doesn’t hold a candle to what you can buy at a café. If you’re always craving coffeeshop quality cups of joe but you’re short on finances, you can always learn how to brew your own coffee at home.

There are tons of resources online where you can buy brewing materials. You can also find comprehensive tutorials on the web that teach you the basics of making good homemade coffee.

Once you get into this particular hobby, you’ll likely say goodbye to instant coffee packs. Many self-taught brewers also find peace and quiet when they make their own coffee at home. This makes coffee brewing an ideal activity to start your day with.

Start a collection

Collecting is an underrated yet fulfilling hobby. Collectors often have a sense of commitment, focus, and patience that is rarely seen in most people.

Having a collection also fosters your love for stories and storytelling. Each piece of your tiny compendium has tales that will surely delight many.

In fact, a lot of people have made lifelong friends in their search of new things to add to their collection. After all, what better way to bond with others than to share interests?

Learn how to cook

Knowing how to cook is a life skill anyone should have. There’s bound to be a time where you’ll have to cook a dish or ulam for yourself or others, so why not make a hobby out of it?

If you’re a total culinary newbie and you don’t know where to begin, that’s okay. You can always start with the simplest recipes you can find, using accessible ingredients or pantry items you can buy anywhere. Products from CDO for example are easy-to-prepare (and use!) and can help you jumpstart your cooking journey.

CDO has its very own recipe page also where you’ll find tasty yet simple recipes that are perfect for budding chefs. All instructions are comprehensive and uncomplicated, which explain the steps in a succinct manner so you don’t get confused or lost.

You can purchase CDO products from your nearest grocery stores. You may also order them online via CDO Home Delivery, Shopee, and Lazada. Easy peasy, right?

A pro-tip for the road:

Starting a new hobby might seem scary at first- but once you’ve gotten past those first day jitters, you’ll soon find yourself enjoying the journey.

As a quick tip for you: document your progress. You can do this by setting up a social media page or starting a hobby journal.

As fun as hobbies are, there will be moments when you’ll be unmotivated to even start. What can help during those down times is to look back on the days when you were motivated. Seeing yourself enjoying what you do makes all the difference!