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The Impact of Hobbies on Wellbeing

The document outlines a lesson plan focused on the importance of hobbies, including warm-up discussions, vocabulary exercises, and reading comprehension about the benefits of hobbies for mental well-being and career development. It encourages speaking tasks and interactive games to engage students in exploring how hobbies reflect personality and societal trends. The lesson concludes with a reflection on the role of hobbies in achieving a balanced life.

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The Impact of Hobbies on Wellbeing

The document outlines a lesson plan focused on the importance of hobbies, including warm-up discussions, vocabulary exercises, and reading comprehension about the benefits of hobbies for mental well-being and career development. It encourages speaking tasks and interactive games to engage students in exploring how hobbies reflect personality and societal trends. The lesson concludes with a reflection on the role of hobbies in achieving a balanced life.

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■ Hobbies That Define Us

Level: B2 | Skills: Reading, Vocabulary, Speaking | Time: 70–90 minutes

1■■ WARM-UP: PICTURE DISCUSSION


Look at the pictures below and discuss: 1. Which hobbies are popular among young adults
today? 2. Which ones require creativity, strength, or patience? 3. Which hobby would you
love to try? 4. Which hobby would you never try? Why? ■ Useful phrases: • I’m passionate
about… • It takes a lot of skill to… • I find it relaxing/exhausting/exciting because…

2■■ VOCABULARY: HOBBIES & INTERESTS


A. Match the words to their meanings: 1. pastime – a regular activity done for enjoyment 2.
pursuit – a hobby or leisure activity 3. unwind – to relax after stress or work 4. skillful –
good at doing something that requires practice 5. rewarding – giving you satisfaction or
pleasure 6. get into – to become interested in something B. Collocations: • take up → a
new hobby • join → a club • develop → your skills • spend time → outdoors • escape →
daily routine • find → balance

3■■ READING: The Hidden Power of Hobbies


Most people think of hobbies as a way to pass the time, but psychologists say they play a
much bigger role in our wellbeing. Hobbies help us disconnect from stress, build new
skills, and even boost confidence. People who paint or play instruments often describe a
“flow” state – a feeling of total focus and joy. Others prefer active hobbies like hiking or
cycling, which improve both body and mind. Hobbies can even boost careers. Employers
value creativity, discipline, and curiosity – qualities often developed through hobbies. So
next time you pick up your camera, guitar, or running shoes, remember: you’re investing in
yourself! Comprehension questions: 1. What benefits of hobbies are mentioned? 2. What
is a “flow state”? 3. How can hobbies influence someone’s career? 4. Which examples of
hobbies are given?

4■■ SPEAKING TASK


Discuss in groups: • How do your hobbies reflect your personality? • Do you prefer
individual or group hobbies? • Are there hobbies that became popular because of social
media? • Should schools encourage hobbies? ■ Advanced expressions: • to be deeply
absorbed in something • to broaden your horizons • to build a sense of achievement • to
strike a balance between work and leisure

5■■ GAMES ■
A. Guess the Hobby: Show pictures of hobbies (pottery, skateboarding, photography,
gardening). Students describe the hobby without naming it. B. Find Someone Who… Find
someone who plays a musical instrument, enjoys cooking, or does something creative.
Ask questions to complete your bingo sheet!

6■■ WRAP-UP
Reflect: • Which hobby would you recommend to someone who feels stressed? • How do
hobbies shape who we are? ■ Homework: Write a short paragraph: “Why are hobbies
essential for a balanced life?”

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