The Pets We Abandon

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  In Pakistan, owning pets especially expensive, high breed ones has sadly become more about social display than responsibility. People are buying pets simply for fun or to follow trends. These pets are gifted like toys on birthdays or kept to make Instagram stories look cute. But what happens when the charm wears off? They throw them out. Just like that. I have personally witnessed this. I know families that kept a kitten only till it was small and “cute” and once it grew up, they dumped it outside their house, on roads, or worse, near trash bins. No one thinks about how that animal feels, how confused and scared it must be to be thrown out of the only home it ever knew. And this is not rare. Most of the rescued cats I have come across are Persian. That is not a coincidence. Abuse of animals is a well-known issue that’s often talked about in media, but abandonment is something that people do not even consider wrong. It is not even seen as cruelty. They think, at least I did not ...

10 mindful hobbies to overcome anxiety and stress .

 Spending your free time regularly on an activity is called a hobby. Hobbies are really helpful to make you feel relaxed. The question arises. Are hobbies good to fight anxiety The answer is yes many therapists recommend having mindful hobbies. Having a hobby is promising if you want to combat your anxiety and want to snap out of stress. In this blog, I will share the top ten hobbies that are proven to fight anxiety and stress.



1) Listening to Podcasts : 

Listening to podcasts is a very good way to let go of your stress. You peacefully can listen to it in your daily routine. This is a very good hobby for anxiety sufferers as it lets them have peace and mental stability. They feel a community around them that is full of hope.





2) Scrapbooking:

Scrapbooking is another hobby that is the definition of mindfulness. You can decorate your scrapbook, customize it paste vintage stuff. It's a hobby that will make you feel super loosened. You would feel a sense of calmness while doing scrapbooking. It will also release your stress.





3) Knitting :

Knitting is something that has always made me feel less anxious. It is a beautiful process where you create extraordinary things. You will feel relaxed and dedicated. You would feel a sense of relaxation. Knitting is a very good way to resist anxious thoughts.




4) Colouring :

Filling the colors your way is something we always have enjoyed. Adult coloring books are books with intricate designs. Coloring those beautiful yet complex designs will give you mental pleasure. It is also a proven method to release anxiety.







5) Journaling :

Writing your thoughts is a proven way to release stress. When you journal it gives you a sense of achievement, you acknowledge your shortcomings and your wins. You feel like you are getting to know yourself better. You also get to know about your anxieties and your triggers. 




6) Pilates, Low impact workouts :

The reason why pilates clubs or yoga centers are filled with people is that doing such low-impact workouts gives so much inner peace. They feel like meditation.
So try to include this hobby in your daily life as it will make you feel so much more confident. It's also an effective way to reduce stress and anxiety.




7) Reading :

What's better than forgetting about the whole world and just focusing on the world created by the writer? Reading is indeed therapeutic. Reading is also a proven way to stop overthinking and relieve your stress.






8) Sewing :

When you sew you start to forget about all your negative thoughts. You are just focusing on making a perfect piece. Sewing is a great hobby if you want to have a mindful pastime and it is also a hobby that will engage your mind.





9) Decorating your room :

What's better to make your room your canvas? Do whatever you want. You can paint on the wall, change the setting of your room or start a crafting project for your space. It is a mindful hobby and will help you release your stress.







10) Collecting Stamps :  

Collecting stamps is also a very good way to release stress and anxiety When someone starts collecting he feels a sense of accomplishment. The person feels proud of his collection. Therefore collecting is a very good way to make your mind relaxed. It is an
 an effective way to make your negative thoughts go away.



Conclusion: Living with anxiety is very difficult. But to make our life more meaningful we can try our best to combat it, for that reason hobbies are very helpful. They will make you have less anxious thoughts and will reduce your stress.










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