Hey friends! 🎓✨ Ever felt like everyone else in college already knows what they love doing while you're still figuring things out? Yeah, that was totally me too. 😅

Today I want to share some real talk on how I found hobbies and passions in college — without feeling lost or overwhelmed. Let's get into it 👇

🌀 I Felt So Lost at First

When I first entered university, I thought I had everything figured out. Spoiler: I didn't.

I joined a major I liked okay, but outside of classes? I felt kinda empty.

People around me were joining clubs, making cool art, building apps, learning music, even starting side hustles.

I kept thinking: Why don't I have something I love doing too?

🔍 Step 1: Say Yes (Even If You're Unsure)

Here's the turning point for me: I started saying "yes" to things that sounded interesting — even if I didn't feel 100% ready.

I joined a photography club just because I liked scrolling through travel photos on Instagram.

Did I know how to use a camera? Nope. 😅

But I learned from scratch, and guess what — it became my creative outlet and stress relief.

Tip: Don't wait until you're "qualified" to try something. Start messy. It's more fun that way.

💬 Step 2: Talk to People Who Seem Excited

I started noticing people whose eyes lit up when they talked about their hobby.

One of my roommates loved baking. Another was into hiking. I joined them just out of curiosity.

Sometimes I clicked with it, sometimes I didn't — but every experience gave me something new.

Passions can be contagious, so hang around people who enjoy what they're doing. Their energy might rub off on you in the best way!

📌 Step 3: Take a Break From Being "Productive"

We often try to pick hobbies that seem useful: coding, public speaking, graphic design.

But here's the truth: Not everything needs to turn into a resume line.

I started journaling just to clear my head. No one saw it, and that made it better.

Eventually, it became part of my self-care and helped me discover I loved storytelling.

Give yourself permission to enjoy something without needing to be the "best" at it.

✨ You Don't Need a Passion Day One

Most people don't "find" their passion in one moment — they build it by trying stuff and noticing what makes them feel alive.

Your thing might be something quiet like drawing in your dorm…

Or something social like dance, debate, or volunteering.

Don't overthink it — just follow your curiosity and see where it goes.

🫶 Let's Chat!

Have you found something you genuinely love doing in college yet?

Or are you still figuring it out like I was? Tell me in the comments — I'd love to hear your story 🗣💬

And if you're still exploring, don't worry. You're exactly where you need to be ❤️