Hello Substack!

This is my first post. Hobby Garden 🌱 will focus on helping you find hobby communities that match your interests.

The past nine months have felt like two years. I resigned from my job as a U.S. federal government social science analyst. I prioritized my many hobbies (e.g., building LEGO, crocheting, drawing, practicing yoga) to cope with stress. I started a small business focusing on self-care through hobbies for those who are feeling overwhelmed. I created an eBay shop that includes unused hobby items. ☺️ I earned a yoga teacher certification. I designed a website where I sell cute stickers, crochet emotional support plushies, and smartphone wallpaper.

As an introvert, I am terrified every day that I put myself out there. But I press on because of my why. I want to create a community where others who are feeling overwhelmed might find comfort through hobbies, as I have.

I will post on weekdays to give you ideas and inspiration for your hobbies. I hope that you might restart an old hobby or discover a new one that helps you manage stress.

All subscribers will have access to my weekly posts as well as archived posts as well as Meditation with Melba podcast episodes (coming soon).

Thank you so much for reading. If anything from this post resonates with you, I hope you will subscribe and share.

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