The Hobby of Doing Nothing (And Why You Probably Need It)
Millennial women grew up being told to hustle, overachieve, and stay busy. But what if your most creative, grounded self is waiting in the pockets of time where you do absolutely nothing? Erin & Tam explore the link between quiet moments and creativity, the guilt millennial women feel around rest, and how stillness can help you reconnect with your identity beyond the to-do list.
@theartofhobbyness
www.artofhobbyness.com
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Finding Community Through Mahjong with Ali
Erin & Tam chat with Ali from Magpie Mahjong who, after moving to a new city, used mahjong as a way to find her people and eventually launch a tutoring business built on play and connection. We dive into how hobbies create space for belonging, how Ali grew from newcomer to community builder, and why connection is one of the most powerful forms of self-care for millennial moms.
@magpiemahjong
www.magpiemahjong.com
@bambirdboutique
www.bambirdboutique.com
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Modernizing Mahjong for the Millennial Mom with Bam Bird Boutique
Erin & Tam sit down with Meredith and Robin of Bam Bird Boutique, two friends-turned-founders who transformed their shared love of mahjong into a beautifully creative tile company. We talk about the leap from hobby to business, how they bring modern design to a traditional game, and the intentional ways they protect the joy of play in the middle of it all.
www.bambirdboutique.com
@bambirdboutique
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Cozy Game Hobbying with Tam
Tam shares how leaning into cozy gaming, especially Animal Crossing, became her nighttime ritual for relaxing, unplugging, and breaking the doom-scroll trap.
@theartofhobbyness
www.artofhobbyness.com
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Longevity Through Movement with Mallory Ruth
Between the chaos of mom life and the chase for balance, movement can easily lose its joy. Erin & Tam are joined by Mallory Ruth, Founder of The Energy Up Collective, to explore how movement can become a nourishing hobby that grounds you, connects you, and helps you care for your future self with intention.
Links:
@malloryruthfit
www.malloryruth.com
@theartofhobbyness
www.artofhobbyness.com
The Art of Hobbyness is the go-to podcast for millennial moms looking to reignite creativity and make self-care a priority. Join Erin and Tam each week for fun, relatable conversations around empowering moms to explore new hobbies, find fulfillment beyond the hustle, and embrace happiness through creativity.