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From hygge to hobbies: research-backed ideas and systems for a more joyful life.
Business school prof leading the Hobby Revolution.

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To know me is to know how frugal I am so believe me paying 2x for something hurts.But I made a deal with myself that I would buy books from my local bookstore whenever possible. It’s paid dividends: More connection to my community, kids that love to read as much as I do, and I’ve discovered a new genre in sci-fi and fantasy which has made my imagination expand in a time of attention atrophying. Support your bookstore. (PS libraries are amazing too. My city does not have a sweet library but if I lived where my parents did, I’d be there every week). by @profmarinacooley

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It’s not an exaggeration to say trying 17 new hobbies changed my life. To rediscover joy, stop scrolling, sleep deeply and feel human…get a hobby!Comment “happy” to get a post that includes a framework for finding your hobby. by @profmarinacooley

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To find a hobby that offsets your daily pressures, use this framework:If your day revolves around metrics (revenue, grades, productivity, follower counts) choose a hobby without rankings. If your work is digital, choose a hobby where you make something tangible.If your work demands precision, choose a hobby where you’re forced to be imperfect.If your work is fast-paced, choose a hobby that slows you down.If your work is slow and methodical, choose a hobby that moves fast.If your work is high-stakes, choose a hobby with low consequence. by @profmarinacooley

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When you don’t have *overskud*, everything feels harder than it should. Minor inconveniences feel catastrophic. You curse at the red light. The email about finding a missing form causes you to go into level 10 panic. Your patience evaporates. You become reactive, depleted, and fragile.When you have *overskud*, life feels manageable. You have the mental clarity to think straight. You respond to problems rationally and understand that what’s bothering you today won’t even matter in a week. You have enough physical and emotional energy left over to show up for your kids, your partner, your friends, your work, and, most importantly for yourself.This is a word @nearlydanishdame taught me while I was in Denmark for a research trip and it’s stuck with me. When you get asked to do something, evaluate how much “overskud” you have available to you before making your decision. by @profmarinacooley

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Don’t overcomplicate it. #hobby #worklifebalance #bookclub by @profmarinacooley

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It’s summer… where is my vakantiegeld?Employees in the Netherlands receive an 8% summer travel bonus because rest is seen as an essential part of working life. by @profmarinacooley

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Spending less time in your closet = more time for hobbies.You don’t need a ton for a great summer wardrobe! I curated 24 staple summers with invest/save options for each category. Comment “SUMMER” and I’ll send you the list. by @profmarinacooley

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Pretty please tell me about your hobby instead of your job. ***Hi 👋 I’m Marina.I’m a business school professor researching why modern life leaves us burned out and distracted.My conclusion? Hobbies are the solution.On this account, you’ll find research and inspiration to stop:- overworking- overparenting- overconsumingAnd start living a more joyful life.Follow along if you’re ready to go Off Duty. by @profmarinacooley

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“Grandma hobby” they say… it seems to me like the grandmas have this figured out🧶#crochet by @profmarinacooley

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Busy hands can’t scroll!If you’re ready to go offline with a hobby, comment “BLUEPRINT” and I’ll share my how-to framework for finding the right hobby for you and building it into your calendar. by @profmarinacooley

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These household habits allow me to prioritize joy. None of us really have “free” time, but it is possible to steal time back from life admin (shopping, meal prep, choosing what to wear). 11 more habits where these came from - comment “17” to read the complete list. by @profmarinacooley

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Extroverted? There’s a hobby for that. Introverted? There’s a hobby for that too. by @profmarinacooley

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