How to Find a Hobby You Actually Love

How to Find a Hobby You Actually Love

Ever feel like everyone has a “thing” except you? Maybe you’ve dabbled in a few activities but nothing’s really clicked. Or maybe life’s been so full of work, responsibilities, or just surviving that you’ve never had the time to explore what truly makes you happy.

We get it. And we’ve got you.

Finding a hobby you actually love—not one you think you should like—is one of the most powerful ways to lift your mood, relieve stress, and rediscover who you are outside of work, home, or daily routines.

Here’s how to get started:

1. Ditch the Pressure to Be Good

The best hobbies aren’t about talent—they’re about joy.
You don’t need to be a skilled painter or a master chef to enjoy art or baking. Start messy. Start curious. Give yourself permission to be a beginner and enjoy the process.

Hobbies are about how they make you feel, not how they look from the outside.

2. Think About What You Loved as a Kid

What did you gravitate toward when no one was watching? Lego? Drawing? Playing outside?
Those early interests can give powerful clues to what brings you joy now. Think creatively—maybe you loved climbing trees, and now you’d love a hiking group. Or maybe your childhood love for doodling becomes a new obsession with digital art.

3. Reflect on How You Want to Feel

Instead of asking what hobby you want, ask how you want to feel:

Calm and grounded?
Energised and playful?
Creative and focused?
Social and connected?

Then choose activities that match that emotional goal. If you’re looking for calm, try slow crafts like knitting or pottery. Want connection? Look for group activities or classes.

4. Try a Hobby Quiz

Still unsure? We’ve created a fun and insightful Hobby Match Quiz to help you discover activities based on your personality, mood, and wellbeing goals.

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5. Start Small, Explore Often

You don’t have to commit right away. Try something once—see how it feels. Explore local classes, online sessions, or drop-in groups. Test the waters before diving in. The beauty of Happy Hobbies is that we make it easy to try, explore, and discover your thing.