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To ask what you do for "me" time?

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worldshottestmom · 06/03/2026 19:02

Posted for traffic, and because I didn't really know where else to post this.

I didn't get time to myself for a very long number of years since having DC1, and for the last almost 6 years cared for my kids alone (Ex ever helped, didn't get a minute off from the kids). However, I'm now in a position where I'm finding myself with a lot more free time, yet, I don't know what to do with it.

I do the normal cleaning and errands, etc., but want to do something for myself or get some new hobbies or something. I'm highly uninspired after freshly coming out of SAHM life, and thus I am asking everybody, what do you do for yourself during your free time / 'me' time?

I was thinking about going back to the gym, getting my nails/hair done, but want to try something new! Any ideas?

OP posts:
GroovyChick87 · 06/03/2026 19:37

Masturbate and a daytime nap. Reading. Colouring in. Drink champagne.

Popfan · 06/03/2026 19:35

Babsandherwabs · 06/03/2026 19:30

I cannot WAIT for my golf era. Imagine having a whole day to spend out in the peace and quiet!

OP my ‘me time’ includes - running, walking alone or with friends, practising piano, going to gigs.

It really is lovely. I do work full time and in the summer a few holes after work are so nice... wandering around in peace, hitting my shots and you see deer, rabbits etc coming out.

loftpine · 06/03/2026 19:35

When my dcs are at school I like getting out to see culture - art exhibitions, theatre matinees, museums. It's nice and quiet on weekdays. For more active days I go rollerblading.

Babsandherwabs · 06/03/2026 19:34

Oo I’ve thought of more stuff I do, albeit around the family. Still fills my cup!:

watercolours
clay (sculpd do good kits)
Lino printing
crochet - made looooads of newborn hats for local maternity unit ☺️

Planner2026 · 06/03/2026 19:33

Go for a bike ride
Yoga class
Meet a friend for a walk or a coffee
Do some knitting, listening to an audiobook
Watch something on telly that no one likes apart from you

Popfan · 06/03/2026 19:33

worldshottestmom · 06/03/2026 19:30

Ooh I have a golf course very close to me, but I don't think i could handle the public humiliation of showcasing my non-existent hand-eye coordination skills lool

If you ever do decide to have a go at golf lessons with a good pro are absolutely key. It's a great hobby!

worldshottestmom · 06/03/2026 19:31

youalright · 06/03/2026 19:06

I sleep

I respect it

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worldshottestmom · 06/03/2026 19:31

shellyleppard · 06/03/2026 19:04

I build Lego....the botanical range is beautiful 😍

Quite a few suggesting lego, I hadn't thought of it! Might give it a go actually. Would have to get some shelves to stop my 2yo from destroying it lol

OP posts:
worldshottestmom · 06/03/2026 19:30

Popfan · 06/03/2026 19:03

I play golf!

Ooh I have a golf course very close to me, but I don't think i could handle the public humiliation of showcasing my non-existent hand-eye coordination skills lool

OP posts:
Babsandherwabs · 06/03/2026 19:30

Popfan · 06/03/2026 19:03

I play golf!

I cannot WAIT for my golf era. Imagine having a whole day to spend out in the peace and quiet!

OP my ‘me time’ includes - running, walking alone or with friends, practising piano, going to gigs.

Wreckinball · 06/03/2026 19:28

Buy a £50-£100 keyboard and start piano - either you tube or suvscribe to on line or real tuition. Maybe singing local choir and get to meet new people too. Walking groups also cater for people who cater for wide range of interests from rambles to mountaineering

SpanThatWorld · 06/03/2026 19:24

I swim in cold water and do woodwork

Bebeandgang · 06/03/2026 19:22

I run (currently training for a half marathon) after losing myself following two kids and it feels so amazing getting my fitness back, regular fresh air and the sound of silence away from chaos. I also go for coffees alone and read. I'm really getting back into reading since tiring of social media and I'm really enjoying it.

Simonjt · 06/03/2026 19:19

I go to the gym, which is also some peoples hell.

Cosmication · 06/03/2026 19:17

Mooch around a lovely town and a bookshop, go to a nice cafe, drink tea and read book. Write in my journal, leisurely.

Also like reading a book in the bath, or finding interesting events to go to.

Justploddingonandon · 06/03/2026 19:16

I’m still in the not getting a lot of free time stage, but go to the gym, have long baths, read, do Lego ( they have sets aimed at adults that look really nice when complete) and watch the sorts of tv programmes my DH hates. Not all at the same time obviously.

RufusLumleyImStandingNsoul · 06/03/2026 19:06

Read a book something nice to munch all enjoyed in peace in the bedroom.

youalright · 06/03/2026 19:06

I sleep

shellyleppard · 06/03/2026 19:04

I build Lego....the botanical range is beautiful 😍

Popfan · 06/03/2026 19:03

I play golf!