Hobbies and their cognitive benefits.
Hiking gets the hype, but pickleball is the real people's champion. Here's why walking, birdwatching, and yes, pickleball, are the outdoor hobbies you should try in 2026.
We think outdoor hobbies deliver more joy per dollar than a Great America season pass. Here's how to pick your adventure, backed by participation data...
We argue against overplanning outdoor hobbies. Instead, borrow a method from the world's busiest professionals: start small, local, and consistent. He...
New collectibles are manufactured scarcity. Antiques are real scarcity. Here's why the smart money—and the smarter hobbyist—goes old.
The collecting world worships curation, but the evidence says accumulation—buying what you love without a master plan—is the smarter path to joy and a...
You've got questions about starting a collection. I've got blunt answers. Here's how to avoid the rookie mistakes and build something that lasts.
Birdwatching is a top American hobby, and Santa Clara's Ulistac Natural Area is the perfect spot to start. Here's your blunt field guide.
The data is clear: active hobbies like tango trump collecting for brain health. I argue for ditching the dust collectors and embracing movement.
Crafting is a powerful hobby for brain health. Here’s how to start, what to avoid, and why you should make time for it—even in tech-centric Santa Clar...
Science says active hobbies like tango and even StarCraft II training can make your brain look years younger. I break down what actually works and wha...
You want a hobby that's fun and fights brain aging. We compare painting, music, and strategy gaming on brain age, cost, and time to start. Find your w...
Tango dancing, not chess, is the top indoor hobby for your brain. A 2025 study shows dancers' brains look 7 years younger. Here's what to pick up indo...
Walking, birdwatching, and pickleball aren't just fun; they're the best anti-aging medicine. Santa Clara's 450 acres of parks make it easy to start.