Hobbies / distractions!

Great idea for a thread. I have found that life has closed down considerably during chemo so hobbies and interests have become very important.

I always have a simple knitting/crochet scarf on the go which I donate to charity when complete. 

I have a colouring book on the go and find this quite therapeutic. 

I download audiobooks from the library to listen to as an alternative to TV. 

I have a tapestry kit on the go, and keep meaning to get a painting by numbers kit.

I do watch quite a lot of tv at the moment, and have found it worthwhile to go through a few channels and save a playlist of interesting and entertaining programs so when I don’t have the energy or concentration to look for something to watch I can choose from the list rather than settling on the first thing I see. 

I read and make sure I have an engaging and uplifting book on the go. 

using a combination of the above it helps to pass even the hardest of days.

when I feel well I try to batch cook for the freezer - especially soup. This is really welcome on days when you can’t face preparing food, and means you are getting some nutrition. 

Lovely idea.  Hobbies help a lot.  I like to read, listen to music, going for walks on the beach.  I also like to bake, mostly cakes and cupcakes.  The radiotherapy team will be getting some at the end of the week.

The crochet is a good idea might give that a try, scarves only as can’t follow patterns.

I might see if I can create a playlist on my tv that’sa great idea thanks! I love history programs or art. 

Do you live near a beach? Lucky you.

 I’m not bad at cooking. I did try bread a few months ago which didn’t turn out too bad. 
I try to walk daily even if I don’t feel like it.

Hi,

I'm enjoying time to read while recovering from surgery. I haven't started knitting/crochet yet as not sure if it would be too much so early post surgery, but my shoulder is improving and there is a baby blanket to finish.

I also have tons of stuff for paper crafting and for the first time in a while, time to spend making Christmas cards.

I bought a cross stitch picture template and I've just got the thread to start.

I also have some uni work, but I might defer this as I can't really concentrate on the research and essay writing.

Trips to nice walking spots will be on the cards once I can drive again.

I have a jigsaw somewhere, which I'd forgotten about

Well I love these ideas!

 Days after chemo are tough and don’t feel like doing anything except sleep!!

 Going for a walk as today is looking soo beautiful out there. There’s an old railway track that takes you in a circle.

Visited local church on my walk x

I haven’t tried bread making, must have a go. Love fresh bread.  Yes, I am near the Gower Peninsula, the beaches are beautiful. 

Lovely thread! My main hobby is walking, it became my daily sanity saver during radiotherapy and it’s stayed that way. Happy to walk on my own but also have a best friend who shares my passion for it so we meet regularly. A walk plus a cafe is my favourite. Also do Nordic walking and have met new friends as it’s a sociable group. We often finish at a cafe or pub for a coffee. Not surprisingly my favourite thread here is the Walking back to happiness one! 
At home my main distractions are reading and online scrabble. Also love a jigsaw Jax007 . Love to all, HFxx

Thanks HappyFeet great ideas.

 Luckily I love walking too. Have a friend who loves it too but quite happy to go alone.