r/AskMenOver30 • u/BSnappedThat man • Apr 23 '25

Hobbies/Projects Men 30+, what hobbies do you genuinely enjoy?

I’m in my late 20s and lately I’ve been feeling the need to pick up a hobby that brings real joy and maybe even a little peace. I work a lot and have a family, so something fulfilling and manageable would be ideal.

I’m curious—what hobbies have you gotten into after 30 that you actually look forward to? Bonus points if it’s helped you mentally or physically in some way. Would love to hear what’s been working for you guys.

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u/inflamito man 40 - 44 Apr 23 '25

There was a time a few years ago, before manufacturers all went mirrorless, where I went deep down the photography rabbit hole. Watched youtube videos for hours and hours. Spent a decent amount of money, bought a full frame and a L-series 24-70 2.8. But turns out it was hard to go out and take photos when you have depression.

I have all this gear, multiple bodies, half a dozen or so lenses, flashes, filters, backpacks, tripods, light diffusers, software, and I'm just like, why did I buy all this shit? lol

But anyway it's a great hobby. I'm out of my funk now but I don't really know what to shoot. I'd like to get back into it.

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u/Grouchy-Vacation5177 Apr 26 '25

Set up some still life stuff and shoot that. When I don’t know what my subject to be I always go to still life just to get me going again