Terri Ramsey Beavers Summer is the perfect time to unwind after a stressful couple of months. But the relaxed atmosphere and vibe are also great opportunities to learn something new. Taking up a new skill or hobby is one of the best ways to keep up with the ever-changing world. It’s also a great way to advance your career. A study found that 6 out of 10 Americans learned a new skill during the recent pandemic. So, if you are looking for some extra challenge this summer, here are some new skills to put on your summer to-do list.
1. Photography
The beauty of photography is that anybody can learn, as long as they have access to a decent camera. Photography is an excellent choice whether you’re looking for a means of earning some extra cash or want to challenge yourself and your creativity. It can also be extremely rewarding and helps you to appreciate the things and people surrounding you. If you’re active on Instagram or any other photo-sharing social media application, you can transform your page into a visual masterpiece.
It’s super easy to start photography. At the most basic level, you will need a standard DSLR camera. Fortunately, there is an abundance of resources available on the internet, free or paid. Even if you cannot afford a camera, your smartphone camera could be your learning tool. You should be able to find courses geared towards people with smartphones. And you will need to practice any time you get the opportunity.
2. Cooking
Another excellent skill to pick this summer is cooking, and once you get a solid grasp of it, you can impress your family with your delicious meals. Even if you know your way around the kitchen, you can take a class to improve your skills and create new dishes.
There are also special classes that help you master certain types of meals. For example, if you want to master the art of dessert making, why not challenge yourself by joining a class or trying your hands on some recipes? This strawberry crumble recipe is a good place to start.
3. Learn a new language
There is something appealing about people who are fluent in multiple languages. They appear sophisticated and smart. Whether or not you will be traveling this summer to another country, it would be a good idea to start learning a new language. It could be any popular world language, like French, Mandarin, or Spanish. But there are several others that you can try, as long as it fascinates you. It might seem difficult initially, but it’s not impossible to learn. You will need to be committed and also have a good language instructor. If you are disciplined, you should be able to construct a few sentences.
Learning a new language is also a great way to develop an appreciation for other cultures. And it also heightens your experiences whenever you travel to destinations that speak your new language.
There’s no better way to spend your summer than learning a new skill. Hopefully, these suggestions will motivate you to explore other summer hobbies and skills to try.