With the days getting shorter and colder, there are fewer reasons to leave your apartment – right? OK…but what to do, at home, with all your free time? If you want to stay cozy while having fun this winter – here are the 10 best indoor hobbies to try!
I mean, you don’t want to spend all day scrolling on social media or watching Netflix, right? Sure, it’s nice for a while…until it gets boring.
Are you ready to make every day more exciting? Then, let’s get started!
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1. Journaling
This is the most low-effort but high-impact hobby you’ll find on this list.
You only need a notebook, a pen, and literally your thoughts – that’s it!
You can journal about your days, make a gratitude list, or use prompts that can guide you through your journaling session.
If you need some inspiration, grab my free “50 Journaling Prompts for Self-Discovery”:
Journaling is the key to getting to know yourself on a deeper level. So, make sure to make some time during your day to sit down and reflect.
Maybe you won’t see immediate results, but sooner or later you’ll notice that something has changed in you – that’s the power of journaling!
2. Start meditating
In this hectic world, slowing down ain’t easy. But, now more than ever, it’s necessary.
Starting a meditation practice will help you in many ways. For example, it:
- Reduces stress
- Boosts your focus
- Helps you become more patient
- Reduces negative thoughts and feelings
- Gives you a new perspective on things
Meditating is simple, but not easy.
It’s quite simple because you only need to sit or lie down, close your eyes, and focus on breathing. It’s not easy, though, because we’re not used to being aware of our thoughts – which come at train speed.
In the beginning, you can do guided meditation following a video on YouTube or getting the Calm or Headspace apps.
It will take you some time to be okay with what’s going on in your mind and start feeling in control of your thoughts, rather than the other way around. But, with enough patience and determination, you will tap into a new you!
3. Get into reading
Is there anything better than curling up near the fire, sipping a warm drink, and reading a good book? (Nahhh)
This winter, pick up the daily habit of reading – it will make your life less boring!
Whether in the morning, after work, or right before going to bed – get some reading done!
If you don’t know what book to read, feel free to steal one of mine from this “Top 5 Life-Changing Books of All Times”.
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4. Try doing yoga
Yoga is one of the best indoor hobbies for winter because:
- It doesn’t make you sweat
- You only need a mat
- It’s a low-impact but high-result type of workout
You can practice it at home, either on your own or following a YouTube video. Personally, my 3 favorite yoga channels are:
Or, you can follow a class at your local gym, if you’re also craving the social aspect of doing sports.
Give it a try – you won’t regret it! 😉
5. Get artistic
Let your inner child come out and have fun! This winter, get artistic by picking a hobby that lets your creativity out.
Some of the most creative indoor hobbies to do in winter include:
- Painting by numbers
- Watercoloring
- Coloring
- Scrapbooking
- Painting on canvas
- Making jewelry
- Knitting or crocheting
Try them all or stick to the ones you know you love the most – and watch the day go by so fast thanks to your new way of “killing time”!
6. Try experimenting in the kitchen
Maybe it’s something you’ve always wanted to get better at but never made time for.
Well, here’s your chance – why not use the winter months to improve your cooking and baking skills?
You can enroll in a cooking class, or simply try out new recipes on your own. Or, you can host dinner parties at your place, so that your friends will be your judges. 😉
7. Get into learning
One of the most underrated indoor winter hobbies is learning. Now more than ever, learning is accessible and affordable to everyone.
Whether you want to learn:
- A new language
- To play an instrument
- How to code
- Adobe Photoshop skills
- To do your nails at home
You now can – and just in one click!
Some of the best learning platforms are:
- Skillshare
- Udemy
- LinkedIn Learning
- Coursera
- Duolingo
8. Start a side hustle
OK, what if you’re done with all the learning and want to start doing? That’s great!
Why not start to work on that project of yours? Maybe there’s always been a business you’ve wanted to start, a course you’ve wanted to launch, or a product you’ve wanted to create…
Use your spare time to make it happen! Turn your dreams into a reality, now!
PS. If your dream is to become a blogger, you can’t miss out on the “Ultimate Blogging Plan to Start a Successful Blog”:
9. Have fun with board games
It’s all fun and games with board games 😉 …(LOL)
There’s no shame in going the old-fashioned way and spending the night playing Monopoli, Cluedo, Taboo, or The Game Of Life.
Get your family together or invite some friends over, have something to eat and drink, and get ready to have as much fun as when you were just a kid!
10. Create a vision board and manifest
Finally, one of the best indoor hobbies to do this winter (for all the manifestation girlies like me) is making vision boards!
Vision boards are a great tool to help you manifest the life of your dreams!
If you don’t know where to start, you can read “How to Create the Most Perfect Vision Board”.
And, if you’re deep into manifesting, you can also check out “The Most Effective Visualization Techniques”.
Because it’s only delulu until it becomes truelulu 😉
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Conclusion
That’s all for me today!
I hope you’ve found some great indoor hobbies that will keep you busy and warm this winter.
It’s easy to get lazy and get into a funk only to then blame it on the weather…
But, even if someone like me – who prefers the sunshine and hot days – can make something good out of these gloomy days, you can too!
You’ve just got to find your sweet spot. Find something that will make your days feel brighter and lighter, and then keep doing it. The winter will pass.
Q: “What’s one of your favorite indoor hobbies to do during the winter?” – Let me know in a comment! 🙂
Until next time,
