Hobbies Over Him: Here Are Some Low Cost Activities You Can Take Up When Work and Dating Isn’t Enough

In a 2023 report from The Fashion Journal, it found that ABS’s Time Use Survey revealed women aren’t as oriented to develop hobbies, particularly the professionally ambitious, because they typically spend an extra hour per day on unpaid domestic work that male counterparts don’t. This is particularly distressing since research shows creative hobbies can help improve the mental health of stress-laden entrepreneurs.

With that, here are a few low-cost hobbies to consider when dating and working just aren’t enough.

Take a cultural dance class

From a sensual African Samba to a jazz tap class, taking a course in movement is a fun activity to get into that can return some great physical benefit in the long run. You can find great options on Groupon or even TikTok in your local area.

Join a book club

Reading will never go out of style, but many of us rarely have the time to dive into a good book when life’s responsibilities get in the way. Joining an in-person or virtual book lover’s community is an easy (and often free) way to get held accountable for upping your reading game, sparking interesting conversations and even fostering new friendships.

Look into a running club

Running is one of the best ways to get fit and clear the mind without spending a dime. But what’s even better is reaping those benefits while meeting new people along the way.

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