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If you still don’t have fun hobbies that you can do with the whole family, don’t fret. You can always start creating them today. Do them for the children. Let these hobbies be your moments that would break the silence and boredom in the home. My husband and I thought that if we raised our three children in California without going out and experiencing nature, our children might never forgive us when they grow up! So we talked about choosing our favorite activities – which included swimming – and then we went to the mall to buy ourselves some suits.
Whether it’s swimming, hiking, or something that’s completely different from our hobbies, find a hobby that everyone in the family can do. It should be something that’s:
Accessible. Find activities that are exciting for those of you who are just starting out, but of course, with space to improve and grows – music, craft, and sports are some great examples. We were so happy to be able to have a few laps at the nearby lake, with my youngest completing one. Maybe a few days from now, in our second swim, she’ll be able to make two. There are so much time and space to improve, so we’re not worried at all. Tomorrow we’ll try our hand at hiking and begin with just a few rough roads. Soon, we will challenge ourselves with tougher terrain.
Age-appropriate. The toddlers can start joining the simple kinds of activities while the babies…well, they’ll enjoy themselves in the carriers while mom or dad juggles from one hobby to another. Keep in mind that the hobbies you choose are those that your children will enjoy participating in (or watching, in the case of the babies). I don’t particularly have problems like these because my kids can all join (they’re 15, 11, and 5), but for those who have toddlers and choose swimming as a regular thing, you can always prepare a kiddie pool for them to play and be active as well safely.
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Regular And Consistent. You can also opt for activities that are events – short family getaways, visit different parks, or monthly trips to the carnival. You can make these events a hobby if you do them regularly and consistently – maybe once a week, monthly, or yearly – something that becomes a part of your identity as a family.
Reasonable. A lot of hobbies are so expensive to maintain, so for families with a budget, you can opt for activities that are within your means. However, for hobbies like swimming or hiking, making a more reasonable investment will last you quite some time, like buying a durable pair of hiking shoes or swimwear. After that, you’d only need to take water and some food with you, or perhaps spare a few dollars to order when you’re in a commercial space. Whatever activity you decide to do repeatedly, make sure that it doesn’t go over your means to continue doing it. As for my family, we’ve been thinking about trying out skiing when we move to Colorado, but we also know we’ll have to increase our money bank for our hobbies in order to achieve that.
Make It Enjoyable. Encouraging a younger kid to keep pushing until the finish line won’t be easy, but when he’s told that his favorite flavor of ice cream is ready for him when he gets to the end of the road, he’ll most likely accept the challenge with open arms. And when he becomes really exhausted and almost ready to give up, you can all run with him together, maybe shout words of encouragement or sing upbeat songs to keep him going.
When the children grow up, and ice cream and singing songs won’t be enough motivation for them, perhaps it’ll be great to increase the level up a notch, like promising their long-awaited Disney or an interstate trip to become a reality when school ends finally. Most teens, I would think, will certainly catch that bait. Truly, learning something new and having fun doing it is not impossible at all. And doing it with your beloved family now and in the later years is certainly an awesome incentive.
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Why Is Hiking A Great Hobby?
My whole family is a witness to this – going out to learn and experience nature habitually has done us a lot of good for our mental, physical, and emotional wellness. One good benefit of hikes and long walks with family is more time to talk with each other and improve family relationships. You get to have various conversations about your children’s everyday activities in and out of the house. Thus you learn more about them. It’s also an opportunity to bond with your spouse, spend more quality time together, and strengthen the marital bond. Additionally, the thrill of exploring and reconnecting with nature is never-ending for the whole family. It instills a sense of gratitude, admiration, and respect for God’s creation – values that you, your partner, and the children will definitely benefit from for the rest of your lives.