Hobby Idea to Take You Out of Your Comfort Zone
If you are entering this spring wondering what hobbies you could take up this year, then I have some ideas which might just give you something to think on.
After all, sometimes we need a little bit of a nudge to try something different and out of our comfort zone.
Learn to Ride a Horse.
I have some fun memories from the odd horse ride I took when I was younger.
I can openly admit I was never that good, I often found the horse I was on was more interested in eating than going for a bit of a treck.
But it didn’t stop me having a good time.
What’s more, you don’t need to break the bank when it comes to trying this one out, as you can now find reduced items at an equestrian clearance. You could be kitted out in new gear and riding off into the sunset before you know it.
Start Doing Crosswords
Sometimes, it’s worth going for hobbies that challenge you mentally, and crosswords can be great for that. When you’re doing a crossword, you’re forced to focus on figuring it all out and doing it properly. It can take you out of your comfort zone because of that, but it’ll be more relaxing than you’d think.
Take Up Crafting.
Crafting covers such a wide range of activities.
From needlework to drawing and jewellery making to working with metals or even card making.
All you need is a little bit of imagination (or google) and the knowledge on how to get started.
So why not start checking out how you could start up crafting this year.
Volunteering.
A great way to step out of your comfort zone and meet new people can be volunteering.
There are so many different ways you can donate your time these days, from working in charity shops to working with local organisations such as the wildlife trust or location rescues.
Volunteering can even help widen your CV or get you a foot in the door towards a new job.
Start a Blog.
You might be wondering how a blog can help you step out your comfort zone, well the answer is in so many ways.
From being invited to PR events, as many bloggers are.
To taking the steps to write and share very personal posts, something which has very definitely had me light years away from my own comfort zone.
Face Your Fear.
Ok, this one is completely dependant on your fear, as you need to make sure you do it in a safe environment and controlled way.
However, for instance, if you are afraid of heights you could climb a mountain, or go sky diving. If water is your fear, then perhaps learning to swim, with an instructor who knows how to deal with such issues could be for you.
For me, perhaps I need to go and stand outside with a lamp on my head, as my fear of moths is getting way out of hand.
Are you taking on a new hobby this year? Does it see you step out of your comfort zone?
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I’m terrified of water, but I’d love to learn how to swim. It’s a hobby I’d like to do as well as get fit. I’ve already looked into it at our local leisure centre. Now I just need to face my fear.
Good luck with learning to swim. I hope you can find a way to face your fear.
Great ideas, my hobby is entering competitions, I have won so many lovely things for my children that we wouldn’t be able to afford, I would love to set up a blog to share our lovely days out etc, especially for when my children are older to look back on, I also wanted to start making sock monkeys, if ever I save up for a sewing machine, I would also love to to volunteering, my youngest is 2 and will be starting school next year so I will have some time on my hands to look into this more xxx
I do have lots of hobbies but think it is important to try new things and step out of your comfort zone sometimes.
I have too many hobbies I can’t keep up, lol. But I might get back into my knitting, we’ll see 🙂
I have always wanted to learn to ride a horse, but never really thought I’d be able to get around to doing it. Definitely something I will try to get done in the next few years. Thanks for sharing!
Go on! Give it a try if its something you would like to do!
Travelling is also a good way to get you out of your comfort zone. I also love the idea of facing your fear and challanging yourself a bit.
Most definitely, I’m sure lots of us would love to travel as a hobby too!
Great ideas, I really want to take up a new hobby this year as I don’t really have any proper hobbies anymore! I love the idea of learning to horse ride, its something I did a little as a kid and would love to try it again as an adult!
Oh go on and give it another go! I hope it goes it well for you.
These are actually excellent suggestions to try. If there is an opportunity to volunteer in your community, that will be perfect.
Most definitely it is so nice to help out people who are local.
I love the idea of picking a hobby that is out of your comfort zone. Because you never know if you’re going to enjoy it unless you try! Which is something I tell my kids every single day!
Most definitely you might find it is just the thing for you.
I have always felt that facing your fears was a big one. We have to step out of our comfort in order to grow.
Most definitely you can always face it a small step at a time.
This is not really stepping out of my comfort zone, because I’m pretty passionate about this, but if I’d have some free time I’d volunteer to help green organisations.
Doing something for an organisation you are passionate about is a great thing.
I’ve really got back into reading this year and it’s helping to relax me before bed
There is something wonderful about reading and how it can take you off to someone else.
Horse ridding and volunteering, those two things I’m up two. Thank you for the ideas!
What some awesome things to be doing.
Love this, thank you for sharing. I need to get some new hobbies!
Good luck with coming up with some hobbies for yourself.
Haven’t been horse-back riding since I was a kid. It would be nice to go on a ride excursion with my whole family. I heard some of the National Parks out West have horse riding tours. Would love to do that someday!
Oh wow I bet that would be an amazing way to explore the areas as well.
These are all great ideas! I’ve tried most of these at different points in my life. I’m taking up volunteering this year.
Good luck with your volunteering what type are you going to do?
Horse back riding has been my dream. One day I shall do it
Good luck I hope you manage to go one day.
I am 60 years old, and I can attest that your post is SPOT ON. I have experienced each of your suggestions and they are truly ways to get out of your comfort zone.
It is amazing sometimes just how stepping out of your comfort zone can make you feel.
Great ideas! I especially lvoe the face your fears one.
It’s something we should all try and do once in a while.
Great ideas! I would have loved horse riding but it’s not a big thing here where I am so it would be difficult to do it. Crafting is the closes hobby I can enjoy. I just can’t find the time at the moment.
I hope you find some time to do some crafting at some point.
I started kayaking and Bible journaling and LOVE both of these new hobbies. I am not an outdoorsy person so everyone is shocked by my love of kayaking. I have been taking friends and family when I go and I love the connection to God’s creation.
Oh wow, what some awesome things to have taken up! Enjoy all your moments with them.
I have a fear of heights and speed and that’s something I still need to work on. Riding a horse is so much fun!
I think we all have our fears don’t we, they can be so hard to overcome.
I would love to give horse riding a try or doing crafts. But then again, it wouldn’t hurt to start a third blog or would it? lol
It is well worth a try and no go for three lol!
I was forced to do horse riding lessons as a child but hated it – I would quite like to try it again now though
It’s horrid when you are forced to do something you don’t like – always worth another try on your own terms though.
It’s always good to step out of your comfort zone. Riding a horse would be a good challenge to try. i think I would love to learn to dance but would worry about making a fool
of myself
Give it a try! You never know until you do, you may be wonderful at it.