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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at U Wyoming chapter.

College can be really stressful and sometimes we all could use a brain break. Here are five hobbies we should all consider picking up:

1. Crocheting

I have a confession. I have three unfinished blankets sitting in a storage bin, all ready to be completed. But the good thing is, I know exactly how to finish them (eventually), because I know which stitches I need to do. It’s a great hobby to pick up, especially if you find yourself sitting around the house with nothing to do.

2. Learn a language

In today’s growing business world, we will eventually run into someone who doesn’t speak English. Spanish is the second most spoken language in the US. How cool would it be to be part of that demographic? With so many opportunities, like taking a class or downloading an app on your phone, learning a language can be so easy!

3. Cooking or Baking

One of my guilty pleasures is watching the Food Network. I love all of the ideas, and I want to try to recreate them on my own. My mom always shares recipes on Facebook with me, and last night I tried this one, Chicken Cheese Steak from allrecipes.com.

4. Adult Coloring Books

These are extremely relaxing and turn out beautifully! The only things you need are coloring books, colored pencils, and the ability to color inside the lines!

5. Outdoor Activities

I can’t reiterate this enough; I love being outside! I recently just started snowshoeing, and although it’s harder than it sounds, it truly was a rewarding and fun experience. During the summer I love to go hiking, mountain biking, mudding and fishing, and during the winter I love to ice skate, ski, and now snowshoe!

 

There are so many more hobbies out there to conquer, this list is only the beginning! So if you find yourself just sitting around the house, try one of these or one of your own!

 

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“Sometimes you want to have a very productive Saturday to feel that you are in control of your life, which of course you are not.” -Tina Fey, Bossypants Jamie Bridenstine... How do I even begin to explain Jamie Bridenstine. Jamie Bridenstine is flawless. She has two Fendi purses and a silver Lexus. I hear her hair's insured for $10,000. I hear she does car commercials... in Japan. Her favorite movie is Varsity Blues. One time, she met John Stamos on a plane. And he told her she was pretty. One time, she punched me in the face. It was awesome. Jamie Bridenstine is a 4th year undergrad at the University of Wyoming, earning her B.A. in Communication and a minor in Military Science. Her favorite move is Mean Girls... and any movie with Tina Fey in it. She enjoys deep conversations about politics, procrastinating on group projects, and watching The Office over and over again. Jamie has the cutest dog in the world, Timber, and is ready to take on the world after college. She will be heading up to Washington after graduation to pursue her career in the military... and hopefully her graduate degree in Public Relations.
Abbey Williams

U Wyoming '19

Abbey is a senior at the University of Wyoming and is currently majoring in Journalism. She couldn't imagine a world without Jesus, coffee, The 1975, Twitter or her family. You'll usually find her at a concert or cafe somewhere, which is where she spends majority of her free-time. Talking to band members after their shows is a hobby, along with thrifting & indulging in all aspects of pop culture. After college, she plans to spend more time at concerts, getting paid to write about music and bands.