July 2013 | yourlittledubai.com

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The importance of having a {hobby}

As kids, our parents were always seeking ways to occupy our time. Ballet, football, language, and many other classes were regular extra-curriculars in most of our childhoods.

However, somewhere along the way between childhood and adulthood we forget the importance of maintaining a hobby. So here’s a small reminder of just a few of the benefits of having a hobby.

Alone time
We are constantly surrounded by people, and having a hobby gives us the opportunity to escape and do something on our own that helps us clear our heads and disconnect from daily life.

Something that’s yours and yours alone
Having a hobby gives you a sense of ownership of something that is special to you. It can serve as an escape, a source of excitement, or just something to fill your time. Whatever you need it for, it will always be just yours.

Keep your mind & body stimulated
It’s easy to get stuck in a routine, and having a hobby or a sport that you pursue is the perfect way to ensure that a routine doesn’t turn into a rut.

Meet new people
Ok so earlier we said hobbies were a good way to have alone time. On the flip side, they’re also a great way to meet new people. Group classes have been known to help form great friendships and even marriages! You never know who you’ll meet at your next boxing or baking class.

With all these benefits, there’s really no downside to dedicating a little bit of your time to a hobby. So head on over to thecurve-me.com today and find yourself something new to stimulate your mind, fuel your body, or nurture your soul!

Top Chef’s {First Anniversary}

One of our favourite partners Top Chef is celebrating its first anniversary on June 1st! To mark the occasion, Top Chef is inviting you for a full day of cooking demonstrations. Foodies, make sure you pencil this in your calendars!