Importance of hobbies for a child’s over all development
A hobby means one or more activity done by an individual of their choice in his/her free time which helps them to destress themselves and continue to be productive. It gives an opportunity to enhance one’s life. Hobbies can not only destress oneself but also helps to maintain blood pressure and also promotes good health. One should have hobbies and also try to practice is to the most to stay away from depression and dilemma.
Hobbies refreshes your mind if practiced for few hours twice a week. Along with this there are various other important points related to hobbies which are listed below:
Career Enhancing Skills:
It is a myth that hobbies distract student’s learning, but instead it adds value to person’s skill set. For example, if a kid gets into sports team there, he/she can develop a leadership quality. IT the kid is a good storyteller or writes well they can be a good communicator. It the kid is good at acting he/she can try for theatre, stand up comedy and so which will improve their performance skills to become an active participant in business meetings. Hobbies can also lead to hidden talents which would boost their self-confidence.
Reduce Stress:
Kids can get tired or stressed from their daily routine of doing homework and assignments. Hobbies as mentioned earlier can help to destress them. Kids can do any activities of their choice to refresh their mind so that they can get back to their studies with increased focus.
Attract Employers:
In this racing world, HRs of companies these days look for people who can bring more to the table. Hobbies would help you to add that extra value to the company. A hobby not only helps to freshen one’s mind but it also develops discipline, focus and passion and would also show how they can get along with people. For example:
- Computing shows that you are good at handling technology.
- Chess, squash, and puzzles portray that you are intelligent, competitive and problem solver.
- Swimming and football show that you are healthy and an active team player.
Earn Income:
Yes, you can make money out of your hobbies! If you can attract your audience, then you can launch your hobby as a business. Some hobbies that help you to earn while you learn include:
- Writing content (blogging)
- Selling flowers and vegetables (gardening)
- Playing in a band (music)
- Selling clothes (sewing),
- cookery shows (cooking)
It is not too late to find out your interest and develop a hobby that improves your career.