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The Pleasure of Pottery

by Lara Edwards - 15th June 202115th June 2021 0116

Pottery has been practised for thousands of years, giving it a rich history all over the world that has been passed from generation to generation. These ancient, artisan skills are having a popular resurgence in the present day, and offer many rewards for those who work with ceramics. There are

10 Benefits of Classical Music

by Lara Edwards - 9th June 20219th June 2021 0118

Classical music may not be something that you currently have on your playlist - but maybe it’s time to add some. Classical music can benefit you in a variety of ways, from pain management to improving the quality of your sleep, while listening to it in the background can boost

Ten Benefits Of Painting

by Lara Edwards - 1st June 20211st June 2021 0139

Painting is a past time that has had a long, rich history and remains a popular and enjoyable hobby worldwide, enjoyed universally by people of all ages and abilities. As well as being a popular medium of creative self-expression, painting also has many positive health and wellness benefits. Read on

Ten Benefits Of Dance

by Lara Edwards - 12th May 202112th May 2021 0313

One of the wonderful things about dance as a hobby is that apart from being great fun, it has numerous positive health benefits. It can be enjoyed by people all over the world of all ages and abilities and can be universally appreciated and enjoyed by all who participate in

The Creative Benefits Of Crochet

by Lara Edwards - 5th May 20215th May 2021 0209

Despite common misconceptions, crochet is a craft that appeals to people of all ages. It has been practised for many years throughout the generations and offers numerous positive health benefits as well as its endless creative possibilities. Perhaps counter-intuitively, the hobby is now enjoying a resurgence in popularity due to

11 reasons to start singing

by Lara Edwards - 21st April 202121st April 2021 0225

Singing is a pastime that brings joy and positivity all over the world. It also has a brilliant multitude of positive health benefits for people of all ages, not to mention the positivity that that comes with singing the enjoyment of music. Read on to discover how singing can help

My Burlesque Journey – Feminism, Freedom and Finding My Power Within

by Jen Childs - 15th April 202115th April 2021 0266

I went to a live Burlesque show for the first time in the early 2000’s. I remember the energy of the small and dimly lit Slipper Room located in the Lower East Side of NYC– the longest-running burlesque venue in the city. There was electricity in the air, sexuality, and a

10 benefits of writing

Hobbies & Pastimes

by Lara Edwards - 29th March 202129th March 2021 0314

Writing is one of the most important methods of communication we use. Developing and improving your writing skills helps to communicate better, something that has tremendous benefits in many areas of life. As a hobby, writing can be practised in a variety of different forms and offers a variety of

10 wellbeing benefits of playing chess

by Lara Edwards - 4th March 202122nd March 2021 0424

Chess is a versatile hobby that teaches us a variety of skills that can be translated into our everyday lives in various areas. With origins that date back to the 15th century, it is a hobby that is played all over the world and can be enjoyed by those of

The Glory of Geocaching

by Lara Edwards - 23rd February 202122nd March 2021 0302

Geocaching is a relatively new and engaging pastime and has numerous physical, social and mental benefits. It is an enjoyable challenge that is great for those wishing to improve their wellbeing and spend more time outdoors. It encourages participants to engage with the natural and manmade environment in a new