 of participants hoping to take on a new activity to get some respite from stress, and 26% saying that escapism from the strains of modern life is exactly why they love their hobby so much, it might be time for all of us to join in. A spokesperson for Neutrogena said 'We shouldn't underestimate the physical and mental benefits a 'hands-on hobby' can bring into our lives. 'Hobbies like sewing, painting or bird watching might sound old-fashioned, but the relaxing and rewarding nature of these pursuits clearly isn't lost on the British public.' The average Brit maintains three 'active' hobbies to fill their free time, but 76% still have room in their schedules to try something new to relieve stress and pick up a new skill. With the amount of 'plant mums and dads' out there, it's perhaps unsurprising to hear that 10% of those surveyed specifically said they would like to try their hand at growing their own food in a garden or allotment. And 9% think they would be successful at baking their own bread. Traditional creative hobbies are also seeing a comeback, as Brits would like to take up pottery-making, calligraphy and crochet. A){kind=link}
NEWS… BUT NOT AS YOU KNOW IT
Have you got a little green-fingered lately? Perhaps you’re obsessed with cross-stitch, or maybe you’re still tending to that sourdough starter from lockdown. Well, you’re not alone.
Nostalgic hobbies like cross-stitch, flower-arranging, and watercolour painting are officially back in fashion.
New research found that arts and crafts provided people some much-needed respite and entertainment and not only that, but they’re great for our mental health, ability to learn – and, crucially, our bank balances.
The study, produced by Neutrogena to mark the skincare brand’s 50th anniversary of its Norwegian formula, involved speaking to 2000 adults.