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8. Stargazing: Get yourself a telescope Singing is equally life-changing. Let
and discover the wonders of the night sky yourself go and sing to your heart’s
or visit a local observatory. Delve into the content. You will be able to express
knowledge of constellations, planets, and yourself and entertain others.
celestial events while feeling connected to
the cosmos.

9. Gardening: Working with your hands
can be a fulfilling experience. Even in
limited space, you can create an urban
garden using containers, vertical planters,
or community garden plots. Grow your
own herbs, vegetables, or flowers, and
enjoy the satisfaction of nurturing life.

12. Take a photo walk: Use your
smartphone and explore your
surroundings. Capture the beauty,
uniqueness, and humour in everyday
moments whilst honing in your
photography skills.

10. Join a dance class: Enjoy the beat of 13. Join a ‘Club’: Poetry-reading, Book
music, learn the power of coordination. reviews, heritage and history clubs,
Shake a leg, sweat a little and get a workout card-playing, Laughter Club, Yoga class
as well! It’s a great mood uplifter. – there’s a club to suit each one’s fancy.
Can’t find one? Start it yourself and invite
11. Take singing and music lessons: like-minded people. You can boost your
Discover the joy of creating music by mood and well-being by being involved in
learning to play a new instrument. such clubs. Research shows deep breathing
Whether it’s the guitar, piano, or drums, and laughter reduce stress, improve your
unleash your creativity and stir up your mood, and promote relaxation.
music genes. This can be a cathartic
experience.

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