Hi everyone, I’m 29 (almost 30) and I’ve been struggling to find a hobby that truly excites me. I’ve tried different things (e.g. reading, fitness, some video games, language learning) but nothing really feels like it “clicks” long-term. Often I just feel demotivated or bored after a while, and then I drop it.
It bothers me because I see hobbies as a way to add meaning, energy and social connection to life, but instead I just feel like I’m floating without a strong passion outside work and daily routines.
For those of you over 30: any advice on how to find or build motivation for hobbies, instead of constantly feeling like I’m forcing it?
Thanks in advance for sharing your experience.
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Have lots of hobbies and go to the one that feels compelling at that time. I go in and out of guitar, reading, video games, etc phases frequently. I’m currently in a cooking phase, which my wife is enjoying greatly.
I might play my guitar everyday for 3 months and then not touch it for another month and move on to something else until I feel inspired by it again. No big deal, life comes in seasons.
Fitness, however, probably shouldn’t be looked at as a hobby. Most people don’t enjoy it. It should just be something you do daily as part of a routine because it’s good for you.