For ages the hobby others did that I didn’t want to was drinking. It was so expensive - SO EXPENSIVE - and I just didn’t get enough pleasure from it to justify the cost, but it was part of normal socialising culture so for a while in my early twenties I thought I had. I used to feel pressure to join others in buying expensive drinks at dinners etc but at some point (after learning that alcohol can cause tiny short lived depressive episodes in some people (me)) I decided the whole game was not for me and just stopped. It is so nice.
I haven't had a drink in 7 years and I have definitely saved a lot of money! Although with the rise of non-alcoholic cocktails at some places, it's been more tempting.
I hate skying so much, it is not hard for me to say no to it, but a lot of people still find it hard to accept. 3 years ago we did a family Christmas in the mountains because my sister was working there, and for the first time ever I loved it: I lead the group that hiked, read and cleaned the small rental while listening to music while the majority of the group was happily skying. It even gave the possibility to some people to say that they don't enjoy skying every day all day, and they stayed more often with me! I would not do that every year, but for me it is worth the money once in a while.
I went very slow on buying things for my yoga practice because it is easy to feel like you need so many things before starting and make it an expensive practice with clutter that you ended up using twice. I made it work with the clothes I owned and an old gym mattress of my husband for 6 months before upgrading and I was very proud of myself. Now I practice 4 times a week and ended up adding some small things, but only things that I really use.
My hobby spending grants me access to classes, facilities, and communities, rather than requiring lots of gear, so I don’t mind directing that cash to my neighborhood dance studio and strength training gym. If I ever go the competition or performance route, that would definitely require more money and time investments
My parents first put me on skis when I was three, and we went every winter through my elementary school years. Then my dad went back to college and became a teacher, and they couldn’t afford a ski vacation for four during the most expensive week of the year, which was the only week that worked for dad. As an adult, I can’t afford it all - it was expensive then and now it’s just obscene. So I guess it’s a hobby I’ve had to pretty much just give up because of money?
For ages the hobby others did that I didn’t want to was drinking. It was so expensive - SO EXPENSIVE - and I just didn’t get enough pleasure from it to justify the cost, but it was part of normal socialising culture so for a while in my early twenties I thought I had. I used to feel pressure to join others in buying expensive drinks at dinners etc but at some point (after learning that alcohol can cause tiny short lived depressive episodes in some people (me)) I decided the whole game was not for me and just stopped. It is so nice.
I haven't had a drink in 7 years and I have definitely saved a lot of money! Although with the rise of non-alcoholic cocktails at some places, it's been more tempting.
Right? I feel like most of the reasons people might stop or reduce their drinking are not the money part but the money part is so good!
I hate skying so much, it is not hard for me to say no to it, but a lot of people still find it hard to accept. 3 years ago we did a family Christmas in the mountains because my sister was working there, and for the first time ever I loved it: I lead the group that hiked, read and cleaned the small rental while listening to music while the majority of the group was happily skying. It even gave the possibility to some people to say that they don't enjoy skying every day all day, and they stayed more often with me! I would not do that every year, but for me it is worth the money once in a while.
I went very slow on buying things for my yoga practice because it is easy to feel like you need so many things before starting and make it an expensive practice with clutter that you ended up using twice. I made it work with the clothes I owned and an old gym mattress of my husband for 6 months before upgrading and I was very proud of myself. Now I practice 4 times a week and ended up adding some small things, but only things that I really use.
I love that method of finding your own way to enjoy the ski trip!
I did the same with my yoga practice. Started with a mat from a thrift store and hand-me-downs, and I slowly upgraded as I found a need.
I love learning languages! But I learn better in a classroom environment which is often quite expensive.
Cosplaying and attending anime conventions/events. It sucks because I make so many friends there but it's such a money drainer!
Ahh! Thank you for including us, Dana!
This is so lovely of you, thank you! I was sure it was going to be a Noodles photo too 😂
I had a hard time deciding! I love the artistry of the kitchen window photos, though ☺️
I love to spend money on my crafting hobbies - sewing and knitting in particular. I really enjoy buying high-quality materials. :)
My hobby spending grants me access to classes, facilities, and communities, rather than requiring lots of gear, so I don’t mind directing that cash to my neighborhood dance studio and strength training gym. If I ever go the competition or performance route, that would definitely require more money and time investments
My parents first put me on skis when I was three, and we went every winter through my elementary school years. Then my dad went back to college and became a teacher, and they couldn’t afford a ski vacation for four during the most expensive week of the year, which was the only week that worked for dad. As an adult, I can’t afford it all - it was expensive then and now it’s just obscene. So I guess it’s a hobby I’ve had to pretty much just give up because of money?