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Relaxation

The art of resting is part of the art of working.

John Steinbeck

Relaxing was never easy for me.

I used to be enormously performance-oriented, whether professionally or personally.

Privately, I did a lot of sports. When this was no longer possible due to my accidents, I looked for new hobbies and ways to relax.

In the process, I learned these following creative activities:

Crochet

When I was bedridden twice for extended periods of time and I was slowly getting through all the Netflix series, my sisters came to my bedside and taught me how to crochet.

Since I still spend several breaks a day in bed to give my body the rest it needs, I still love crocheting and hopefully will never have to miss it.

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Painting

When my back recovered and I didn't have foot problems yet, I spent most of the day standing instead of lying/sitting.

Painting turned out to be a suitable new hobby.

Currently, I don't paint that much due to foot pain. I hope I can increase the time painting again soon, because it is also a wonderful creative activity in which you can lose yourself completely.

Drawing

I was in pain for over a year after my back fracture.

Through bouldering I got this under control within 3 months, so that I could sit for a few hours a day again and I also discovered drawing for myself.

Currently, I can not yet pursue this hobby again to the extent in which I would like. But soon I will get a super ergonomic sitting-standing aid and hope to be able to devote more time to drawing and painting again.

Sewing

I liked sewing even as a child. At that time, however, mainly stuffed animals. First and foremost: Pokémons.

Since I often have a hard time finding something in the stores that suits my taste, over time I also started making my own accessories.

I hope to be able to sew more in the near future. Especially sewing clothes would interest me a lot.

Crafting

Looking for new pastry decorating options, I made stencils.

Beautiful construction paper can also be used to make great cards.

In addition, even a few acquaintances asked me if I could not design them a tattoo template. This, however, I have not yet dared.