Hobbies

#Hobbies / Horse riding in Dhaka: A sport, a therapy, a rebellion

Horse riding is gaining momentum in Dhaka, evolving from a niche hobby to a therapeutic sport and lifestyle. With growing interest, local riding schools are building a vibrant equestrian culture despite urban challenges.

Why we should keep our hobbies alive

Sacrificing the joy of hobbies in exchange for productivity should never feel like an emotionally fulfilling trade-off.

Move over, city life – Jahangirnagar University is the new bird hotspot this winter!

Imagine standing in a place where a gentle, cold breeze touches the soul, a grassy smell hits you with nostalgia, the silence of a fog-covered lake whispers louder than words, and the melodic chorus of birds fills the air. This is the experience awaiting you at Jahangirnagar University, the campus that has once again come alive with the chirping of migratory birds as the winter season approaches.

#Hobbies / Want plants? Try these low-maintenance greens that are hard to kill!

Craving the beauty of nature without the burden of constant care? Low-maintenance plants offer the perfect solution. These 7 dauntless greens thrive with less attention, making them the best for those with busy lifestyles, or who simply prefer a more relaxed approach to gardening.

5 hobbies that can boost mental health and clarity

In a world where our minds are constantly bombarded with information, finding activities that not only entertain but also enhance cognitive function is a win-win. From the rhythmic motions of knitting to the immersive worlds of books, and the strategic challenges of puzzles and board games, these hobbies offer more than just a way to pass the time.

#Perspective / Bangladesh’s internet blackout: A wake-up call for our digital dependency?

Truth be told, the heat of the internet shutdown is being felt everywhere, and why not? After all, the deafening — and quite frankly, maddening — absence of seamless connectivity is testimony to all it has done for this country in the past few decades

The way to a productive gap year

Taking a gap year is a decision that’s far from simple. An unconventional route after wrapping up high school, a gap year can prove to be a major turning point in your education and career.

#Hobbies / 4 interesting hobbies to help improve yourself

The most effective way to develop a hobby is by trying new things. There are plenty of options to choose from. You just need to figure out what fits your interests the most. When we find a side interest that we genuinely appreciate and are energetic about, we become a better version of ourselves. Let’s look at some activities that can help you grow as an individual as well as help you relive stress.

How to fall back in love with music

Your mindset might just have shifted to consuming songs as a chore, not a fun hobby.

May 25, 2023
May 25, 2023

Why we leave things undone

We look back at all the things we have left undone and they start to take a toll on us, either by affecting our productivity or demotivating us.

May 21, 2023
May 21, 2023

Practising mindfulness through gardening

For an avid gardener, what a joy it is to watch saplings grow and thrive from their seedbeds! Your garden can give you a comforting space to contemplate and release stress. Gardening is a wonderful way to discover inner peace. And this is what mindfulness is about—being fully present and aware of what is occurring inside and outside of ourselves. Hence, gardening and mindfulness perfectly complement each other.

May 14, 2023
May 14, 2023

5 simple art projects you can do at home

Are you looking for a fun and creative way to make some art without getting out of the house? Do you want to awaken your inner Picasso and keep boredom at bay? Well, you are in luck because these are 5 of the simplest art projects you can create from the comfort of your home. These projects are perfect for people who want to flex their creative muscles and are simple enough that you can get them done fairly quickly as well.

March 23, 2023
March 23, 2023

There's no such thing as a failed hobby

We quit trying to be good at things because we'd rather never try than fail.

February 22, 2023
February 22, 2023

Why sports are fun but studies are not

Why are some activities fun while others aren’t?

February 19, 2023
February 19, 2023

Inkpot a reminiscent of the past

The hobby of collecting inkpots is arguably unique. We all know of the hobby surrounding stamps or currencies, for example, but have you heard of someone doing the same with inkpots?

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