The Art of Hobbyness

Is Content Creation Killing the Joy of Hobbies?

Social media has changed the way we hobby, sometimes for the better, sometimes not. In this episode, we ask: Can we still create just for ourselves? From the rise of content creation to the beauty of private creativity, we’ll explore how to reclaim our hobbies and rediscover the joy of making, playing, and creating without pressure to share.
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Sensory Hobbies: A Reset for the Overstimulated Mom

What if self-care could be as simple as smelling a candle, kneading bread, or listening to nature sounds? In this episode, Erin & Tam unpack sensory play for adults and why it matters for nervous system regulation. You’ll learn how different senses can help reduce overwhelm and bring joy without the pressure to produce or perform. Perfect for hobby dabblers and moms who need a quick, grounding reset.@theartofhobbynesswww.artofhobbyness.com

Life After Teaching: Devan’s Stay-at-home Mom Story

In this episode, Devan, the newest member of the Art of Hobbyness Team, shares her story of transitioning from full-time teacher to full-time stay-at-home mom. She opens up about the identity shift and the tug-of-war between giving everything to others and saving something for herself. We talk about how hobbies became a lifeline, and why prioritizing self-care matters in every season of life.

From Feeling Behind to Feeling Right: A Book Club Story

Ever joined a hobby group hoping to feel more like yourself only to feel more behind than ever? In this episode, Tam shares the story of her first book club after becoming a new mom, why she felt “behind”, and how she eventually found a version of book club that supports her season of life. It’s a conversation about self-compassion, growth, and how the right hobby space can meet you where you are.
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Season 2 Premiere: Joy Doesn't Have to be Earned

We're back for Season 2 of the The Art of Hobbyness!  This week , Erin & Tam revisit the heart of the show: why hobbying is more than a pastime, it's a powerful antidote to burnout culture, especially for millennial moms.
In this season kickoff, we're talking about what it means to slow down on purpose, how "doing nothing" can be the most restorative hobby of all, and why joy doesn't have to be earned.
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Season 1 Finale: The Practice of Becoming Yourself Again

If you’ve ever struggled to put yourself on the list, this one’s for you. In our Season 1 finale, Erin & Tam reflect on how The Art of Hobbyness has become more than a podcast—it’s been a practice ground for re-training ourselves (and hopefully you!) to see self-care as something that’s allowed, doable, and even joyful. Through hobbies big and small, we’re learning that millennial moms don’t need to earn rest, creativity, or play—they just need space to remember who they are. Thank you for growing with us. Season 2 is on the way, but for now: take the permission and run with it.
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Finding Healing Through Hobbies

Hobbies aren’t a “waste of time”, they’re how we remember who we are. In this episode, Erin & Tam dive into the powerful connection between hobbies and healing. Whether you’re in burnout, boredom, or just missing you, this conversation is a gentle reminder that healing doesn’t have to be heavy, it can look like paint, paper, plants, or play.
 
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Hobby Hopping: The Joy of Being a Dabbler

You don’t need to stick with one hobby to be “serious” about self-care. In this episode, Erin & Tam talk about trying, quitting, dabbling, and circling back to hobbies. Because joy counts, even if the project’s half-finished. 
 
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Why Is It So Hard to Start a Hobby as a Millennial Mom?

Why is something as simple as starting a hobby so hard once you become a mom? In this episode, Erin & Tam dig into the real reasons millennial moms struggle to make space for joy, like mental load, mom guilt, hustle culture, and the pressure to be “productive” at all times. 
 
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How Hobbies Make Millennial Moms More Successful

Erin & Tam chat about how millennial moms use the celebrity hobby hack to ignite focus circuits, lower stress hormones, and spark the creative thinking that fuels promotions, calmer bedtimes, and unstoppable confidence.
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