What activities make you happy?

Romania
December 20, 2010 5:15pm CST
So I've been feeling down for some time and I think I should pick up a hobby or find something to do which I enjoy. I've invested a lot of energy in school and I go out with friends and just waste the rest of my time on the internet. So I'm curious, what are the activities that make you engaged, focus or happy?
10 responses
• United States
20 Dec 10
Hooping (Hula Hooping)Go out and buy yourself a hula hoop. I was depressed for a long time. I went to a Rave and a friend of mine was Hula hooping and saw that it looked fun. I use to hula hoop when I was a little girl and loved it. I got older moved foster homes and didn't touch one again until about 9 months ago and I can say it worked wonders. I get depressed but only when I miss a day or two of hooping. Hula hooping now as an adult is an whole new ball game. Give it a try. What do you have to lose? Guys and girls hula hoop. I dare you to try it.
• United States
21 Dec 10
oooh, I'm going to give this a try. I used to hoola hoop as a kid, many, many years ago. That would be a great way to just get to moving. And you know it's going to be funny when a 57 year old over weight woman starts to swing her hips around. And laughter is the best thing for getting the blood to flow and getting you out of the dumps. I'm gonna take that dare!( even though it wasn't meant for me)
• Malaysia
21 Dec 10
exploring new places whilst travelling abroad makes me happy. its better when people don't speak english because then no one can bug me with silly questions and i get a break from annoyances. i'm also happy whilst online because i get to keep in touch with friends without spending money going out to meet up with them and i also get to find out information i need to know from the internet.
• Singapore
21 Dec 10
Playing badminton makes me relaxed and when I play, I'm all engaged into the game with my friends. Other than this, I also love cycling and planespotting. Cycling itself is a good exercise and I love planes, that's why I go planespotting after renting a bicycle and cycling for a distance.
• India
21 Dec 10
Usually whenever i get bored , i start chatting with friends or talking on phone with them , to make my mood better.And the most funniest thing is sometimes i get into the bathroom and start bathing. And if you ask me about the topics that make me focused or engaged and happy at the same time is studying my syllabus and doinf my freelance article writing work.
@kodukodu84 (1569)
• Malaysia
21 Dec 10
I usually do either playing badminton, hiking, or mountain climbing. Those are my main hobbies that keeps me fit and happy. I do them not only when I'm depressed and down but also when I have a lot of free time. Although there some times that I love just to be alone and sleep when I'm feeling unhappy or bored. Take care
• Abbeville, Mississippi
21 Dec 10
my interest is traveling and seeing different things. and spending time with my children. but dig deep in your heart and you will find different things that you are good at. and try a few different things. and see what is best for you. and what makes you happy
@buggles64 (2709)
• United States
21 Dec 10
I enjoy crocheting, doing crafts, and spending time doing activities with my youngest two kids. It doesn't really matter what we are doing as long as we are all doing it together. My daughter and I look up projects on line, and then we find the material and just sit for 1-2 hours working on things we want to make for the family. Other things I enjoy doing....moving my body and staying active. Cardio, and strength training :)
@angelic123 (1108)
• United States
21 Dec 10
when I am thinking hard especially when I am solving puzzles or math problems. Also when I am playing in my ps3 move
• United States
21 Dec 10
I spend a lot of time with church activities, that always makes me happy. I also volunteer. That's very personally rewarding. It keeps me from ever feeling sorry for myself, that's for sure. It's also a great way to spend time with others that you may not interact with in your regular routine. I read a lot, that's really relaxing and you learn a lot if you choose the right books. And you can get lost in another world for a while. I crochet, very relaxing also, and you have something to show for your time when you are finished. I usually give away whatever I make. That makes me happy, because people are always excited to get something hand made. I help my daughter with her Sunday School class sometimes and her puppet ministry. I wouldn't want to take on those things myself but I really enjoy helping out when needed. Lots of fun. I love to cook but with just me and my daughter here I don't get to cook as much as I would like. So, once in a while I just spend the day cooking way too much food and I pack it up and take it to my pastor and his wife. They get a treat and I get all that cooking out of my system for a while. Everybody wins. And now, I'm gonna get me a hoola hoop and I'm sure that will get me engaged, focused and happy! Good luck to you with yours, if you should decide to take that dare!
@zaga_cleuth (1407)
• Philippines
21 Dec 10
I love sports, singing , dancing and surfing the net. Everytime I feel bored I used to sing, even alone on karaoke, videoke hub. Sports also reduce my sadness most especially bowling, volleyball and table tennis. I enjoy swimming too.