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Gray Chapman
Gray Chapman

Mar 16, 2020

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Now Is the Time for Low-Stakes Hobbies

We’re often surprisingly good at things we don’t care that much about

Rear view of a woman in a red dress playing the piano.
Photo: Ariane Hoehne/EyeEm/Getty Images

SShould you suddenly find yourself with more time on your hands, perhaps for pandemic-related reasons, consider this: Studies have found that enjoyable leisure activities are actually good for your health.

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