LEISURE, PERSONAL INTERESTS AND HOBBIES
A lot of people say that it’s very important for a person to have a rest after long workweek. Efficiency of your next week depends on how you have a rest. Some people say that a person who can relax well - works well. I think it’s true. So, that’s why it is very important to plan your spare time and leisure activities.
Here I should say that there are 2 types of leisure:
- Active leisure: Active leisure implies a desired exertion (приятное усилие) of energy. Low-impact activities include walking and yoga, which expend little energy and have little contact or competition. High-impact activities such askick-boxing consume much energy and are competitive.
- Passive leisure: Passive leisure implies a desire to rest from exerting energy. Its main form is lounging, "doing nothing", the kind of leisure which implies going into a near-sleep state. It is viewed by some as wasting time. Passive leisure that is not enjoyable can lead to boredoom. But there are other passive activities that share many motivations and skills with the active types, and reflect our age, lifestyles and interests. Examples are: Gardening is one of the oldest man’s hobbies. For young people - going to the cinema, disco, reading books, shopping and etc.