Finding hobbies as a senior can be really challenging due to a variety of factors, including memory loss, decreased physical or cognitive abilities, lack of energy, feelings of social isolation, and lack of opportunities or access to activities.
Depression and anxiety can also diminish interest in activities and hobbies. The key is to break out of your routine, seek new experiences, and explore different ways of expressing ideas and thoughts. All of this will increase creativity. Far from walking and looking after grandchildren, the activity most recommended by several experts in this area is cooking.
1. Experiment with the senses, imagination and innovation
Yes, surprising as it may seem. Apparently, cooking enhances this ability by providing a space to experiment with the senses, imagination and innovation.
2. Take people back to important moments in their lives
This, of course, encourages the search for new flavours, textures and presentations. As if that weren’t enough, it takes many Spaniards back to important moments in their lives: a recipe that has been passed down from generation to generation, dishes for special occasions, a sauce learned at school…
3. Multisensory experience
It involves sight (colours or shapes), smell (aromas), taste (flavours) and touch (textures), stimulating the imagination and creativity.
4. Exploration and experimentation
It allows you to try new combinations of ingredients, cooking techniques and presentations.
5. Challenge and learning
It presents constant challenges, which encourages the search for creative solutions and continuous learning.
