What does 'hobbies' mean to you? For me, hobbies is a part of my life which I cannot give up on. No matter how tired I am, the amount of work left pending, or how early my mornings are, I always make it a point to read a book (which I'm currently engrossed into) or listen to music (to soothe my senses). So... what about you? Is there something that you like to do after a long day at work, school, or doing house chores? If you do keep yourself occupied in some activities other than "chores", then there's nothing better than that. On the other hand, there are certain individuals who'd rather stay away from picking up another "task" for themselves and completely ignore the benefits of hobbies. If you look at hobbies as another work, then you will never be able to enjoy it to the fullest. Hobbies are supposed to relax you; they bring joy and calm in your life that sometimes seems lost or forgotten. And especially for men, who have tons of responsibilities (even women have responsibilities), they tend to become less energetic and bored most of the time. Which is why, picking an at home hobby for men is the right way to beat those I-can't-find-time-to-do-anything pangs and get started. And to help you do so, we've put a small, yet useful list of home hobbies for men. Indoor Hobbies Even though it may seem that picking a hobby isn't that straightforward, you can get lucky into finding an interest in something worthwhile. After all, it's you who has to invest your time, energy, and money into it. So whenever you do make a decision, after reading this article, while driving to work, or even when in the shower, you can be sure that you've made the right one. And without further ado, here are some cheap hobbies, I mean not-so-expensive hobbies for you to think over. Cooking There's nothing more sexier than a man cooking (but that's not why we are promoting this hobby). Cooking brings a kind of satisfaction, the joy of taking a few simple ingredients and creating something delicious and new. Whether you're a natural learner or are trying to take your first steps inside the kitchen, the end result, your dishes I mean, are going to be a scrumptious treat for yourself, your family, and/or friends. Video Games Don't think playing video games can be a hobby? Ask my husband and he will tell you otherwise. I'm sure that since you're a guy, there will always be a deep interest in playing video games whenever opportunity knocks. So why not take advantage and name it as your hobby. Play Angry Birds, Lost in Shadow, Dead Space 2, Killzone 3, Dragon Age II, or Call of Duty. And, if your wife or girlfriend get mad or upset over you playing video games, technically they can't because it's your hobby! Watching Movies Do you like to catch up on old classics or are a die-hard fan of new movie releases. Then here's a fantastic hobby for you. Watching movies can be your hobby which you can share with family and friends. You can host a movie night every week and watch a couple of movies with everyone. Rent DVDs or catch the latest releases in the theater. Oh and one more thing, don't forget the bowl of popcorn. Meditation and Yoga Practicing the disciplines of yoga and meditation can not only be beneficial but an educational experience as well. Disciplining your mind, body, and soul to follow the asanas of yoga help you become more flexible, build strength in your body (regardless of age), give you better posture, improve your breathing, make you calm, soothe your mood, and help you concentrate. The benefits of yoga and meditation are endless, and you will soon find out about them as you go along. Playing Board Games Here's a fun way to spend time with family and friends, and still enjoy your hobby. Declare one of the days in the week as game night and bring out some board games to play. Jigsaw puzzles, Clue, Scrabble, chess, Pictionary, checkers, dominoes, Taboo, or even Jenga. These games are fun, entertaining, and can definitely become your hobby. A Few More Suggestions If you think we're done listing hobbies at home, think again. There are so many things you can do to either kill time or learn something new. The list of hobbies continues... How about that? I really hope that you enjoyed and found some hobbies for men at home which interest you. Don't forget, finding time for yourself is very important because it brings a kind of balance in life. And if your hobbies are the way to do it, then why think over it twice!