Ready to reconnect with what you loved as a kid?

Do you remember the days when you could spend hours getting lost in things you loved? 

Whether it was drawing, building, dancing, or climbing trees … anything and everything could be fun and exciting.  

Then, somewhere along the way, life got busy (work, responsibilities, Netflix marathons – you know how it is) and your childhood passions slipped into the abyss.

Here’s the very good news: it’s never too late to bring them back into your life. And if you’re reading this email – this is your sign to rediscover and reconnect with the things you loved to do as a child. 

“But what if I suck at drawing/roller-blading/stand-up comedy now? Or what if I’m too old for my childhood hobby?”

Firstly, you’re never, ever, too old for anything. If there’s no maximum age to skydive, there’s no maximum age to (almost) anything you want to do in life. 

Secondly, who cares if you suck? This isn’t about perfectionism, it’s about fun and joy!

So… with that in mind, here’s how to get back to reconnect with the things you loved to do as a kid. 

1. Think back to what you would spend hours on when you were younger. Were you the kid who doodled in every notebook, or the one who built amazing Lego cities?

2. Start small – you don’t have to go all in straight away. If you loved drawing, pick up a sketchbook and doodle during your lunch break. If you loved music, create a playlist that brings back those feel-good vibes.

3. Try new versions of old loves. Maybe you were really into climbing trees but you’re not quite cut out for it these days. Instead, you could sign up for a rock-climbing class (with a safety harness this time). Sometimes, your childhood passions evolve into something new and just as exciting.

4. Importantly, let go of any expectations. This isn’t about being amazing at something – it’s purely about joy. If you loved dancing as a kid but haven’t taken a class in years, give yourself permission to be a beginner again. Let yourself enjoy the process without worrying about the outcome.

As adults, we get so caught up in routines and responsibilities that we forget to make space for fun. Bringing back old childhood hobbies can bring balance to the everyday grind and a break from the seriousness of adult life.

Life’s too short not to do the things that make you feel alive, so let’s all make more of an effort to do what lights us up, no matter how old we are. 

Tell us – what childhood hobby are you bringing back? We’re thinking about dusting off the rollerblades… after we find some knee pads (just in case!).

Wish us luck,

Nakie HQ