Hey there, gentlemen, and ladies, too. I’m gonna make this short and sweet. Having hobbies as a parent is important. Many people feel guilty about keeping up their hobbies because they think it makes them selfish. Well, if it does, then so be it. Do not feel bad ever for having interests outside of the family, like writing, music, hiking, fishing, or anything else. Hobbies reduce burnout, help us improve our patience at home, and make us more present for our children and family. Having these interests is not selfish, but stabilizing. I’ll get into more detail about fitting hobbies into your schedule as a busy parent in a later blog post. For now, find time to engage in them, and if your kids are old enough, you can include them, as well.