Recreation, leisure, social connections and travel bring richness to the fabric of our lives. Don't trap yourself into thinking, "I can't do that. I wouldn't know where to begin. I don't have anyone to do that with." When we consider how to spend our play-time we begin to ask...
What activities match my interests?
Begin with something that interests you then make a list of possible positions relating to your interest.
Create a list of potential activities or involvements for each position.
How will I connect?
If you have a passion for mystery novels, join a book discussion group at your library or local bookstore. Take a cruise with other mystery lovers. If you love professional golf but do not play at that level, get involved with a golf fund-raiser. New social networks result from new activities and interests. Imagine the possibilities .
Where would I like to go?
Where have you always wanted to go? Why do you want to go there? Perhaps you have never taken the time to ask yourself these questions or really let you imagination go. Travel can be an adventure with a life-long companion, or a new friend. It can be for the pure pleasure of exploration or it can be to learn something new. It can even be your way of giving back.