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Do people actually like doing hobbies etc., or is it all for show?

BeaE

I have tried various hobbies over the years, but it always just feels like I'm filling time, or forcing myself into doing things that society approves of. I've not actually liked doing any of the things.

The tiredness or anxiety caused by hobbies and 'fun' pursuits just doesn't seem worth it. Quiet crafty hobbies or reading generally just feel like filling time, and then I feel bad for not being out and about, or bad for not finishing a project I've bought things for and not finished (or even started...)

For as long as I can remember, I've devoted most of my energy to work or study. Maybe this is why hobbies are less appealing to me - 'living to work' not 'working to live' and all that.

I'm wondering if other people feel like this too, or if you actually have found things that are enjoyable and fulfilling? If I just keep trying with a hobby, will enjoyment for it arise at some point? Maybe I just don't know I'm enjoying things, like alexithymia? 

Any input would be great please, just trying to figure this out!

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  • I have already replied and this subject made me think of this. I was thinking today with the internet, social media influencers and blogging. Around COVID people got more into hobbies and began montesing themselves on Youtube and other social media platforms. You always had people from all diversities who did this before. However, it seems that more neurotypical people now have hobbies on social media but for making money mostly and autistic people can do this to, but you might associate this before with autistic people. 

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  • I have already replied and this subject made me think of this. I was thinking today with the internet, social media influencers and blogging. Around COVID people got more into hobbies and began montesing themselves on Youtube and other social media platforms. You always had people from all diversities who did this before. However, it seems that more neurotypical people now have hobbies on social media but for making money mostly and autistic people can do this to, but you might associate this before with autistic people. 

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