Ever thinking of putting aside all daily annoying works and sit back doing something u like? Yes, sure you have! Because that is part of our life. During this time most people may choose to do activities that can pleased themselves up, which are what known as hobbies. Hobbies are practiced for different types of purpose. Some may look for relaxation or enjoyment, some may merely use as pastime, but the major aim is personal fulfillment.
In comparison with old time, now people have more different kinds of hobbies in modern world. Back to 80’s in 20th century, hobbies like drawing, listen to music, collecting stamps, antiques, coins are very popular among all ages. Apart from this, games like chess and cards are also quite common indoor hobbies. As for outdoor hobbies, fishing, hiking, walking and jogging or sport (basketball, badminton and swimming) are familiar among 80’s people.
However, nowadays, more and more people focus on internet surfing, online chatting and online or even offline games. These lead to a new interesting trend, which is commonly known as Otaku culture. According to Wikipedia, otaku is a Japanese term applies to people with obsessive interests, particularly anime, manga, and video games. Female otaku are occasionally referred to as fujoshi. These people can spend days or even weeks staying at home with their “online hobbies” without stepping out from home other than daily activities like working or eating. In fact, these group of people almost do not have any outdoor social activities with friends.
Hobbies can be quite different among female and male. However, I personally do not think that hobbies can be divided between genders. What I mean is the choice of hobbies for most of them. As an example, most women will do sewing, gardening and cooking and most men will choose outdoor activities as their hobbies (playing football, hunting and fishing). Of course, there are some exceptions, because some women may possibly like to hunt or play football and some men may enjoy cooking and gardening too. But still, those are not majority.
Types of hobbies can be uncountable and ones also can have more than just one hobby, but with the correct one, it may make us feel our life is complete.
