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50 Things to Be Passionate About
By Mary Bruno
Plus the one website that'll get you hooked on each…
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Some folks create lists of many things to experience in life, and they check
them off one by one. Other people seek individual passions to which they dedicate the bulk of their free time and energy. No matter how you choose to pursue all that life has to offer, our list below should help you get thinking in the right direction.
1. Acting
There's nothing worse than a 20-something in a white-haired wig.
2. Advocacy
The older we get, the more we realize that, when it comes to things we care about, it pays to get involved.
3. Animals
Research shows that older people are healthier, more active, and less depressed if they have pets.
4. Antiques
One man's trash is another man's treasure.
5. Astronomy
The universe is a big place, and it's expanding even as we speak. If you're really serious about knowing it, you better get started.
6. Bicycling
The best place—and pace—to take in the world may be on a bicycle. Not only is it leisurely enough to really soak up the sights, it's exercise! Now, if only someone would invent a more comfortable seat.
7. Birdwatching
Forget the image of the pith-helmeted nerd. Spying on feathered friends is cool and fun—whether you're at your kitchen window or one of the thousands of birding sites around the world. Grab the binoculars.
8. Boating
Let's see, there are sailboats, powerboats, fishing boats, yachts, dinghies, canoes, kayaks, and more. Which one appeals to you?
9. Cards
Whether you play for money or bragging rights, it's always a good time when friends gather 'round the card table.
10. Cars
You'll probably spend more time restoring and cleaning your car than actually driving it, but that's why it feels so special when you actually get out on the road.
11. Collecting
Okay, I'm coming clean: I collect silver demitasse spoons and plastic snowmen. What's your obsession?
12. Computers
There isn't much you can't do while sitting at your computer these days. Send email to friends, shop, research the family tree.
13. Cooking
A dash of art, a dollop of science, a heaping helping of love and generosity—cooking makes everybody feel good.
14. Family
To some, there is no greater satisfaction—and no greater responsibility—than spending time with and taking care of the folks who have been there for you all along.
15. Fine art
Art can sooth or stir the soul. It also ain't bad on the eyes.
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