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67 What’s your favorite hobby and why? (04/27/2023)

Just walking.

Almost everything else I do, I do for an ulterior motive. I go to the gym and run to be healthier and to have a leaner body and face. I play video games to add one more title to my completed library. I study to have more experience and to be more competent individual.
Walking on the other hand. I just do it because I like it. Sometimes I do it when I am bored, sometimes when I am stressed. I just do it whenever I have an opportunity to do so. If I find a place interesting, I just walk towards it and explore the area. After walking for a while, I get tired and find a place to sit. Whether I am on a bench or on the sidewalk, I take that time to stop and relax.
However, there have been times where I have used walking as an escape. During some nights after family arguments, I just take a walk outside to cool off. It's just me on the streets all alone with the stars above me. There may be a car driving by or somebody walking their dog but they are very rare at night. Being in solitude allows me to think about who I am and reflect upon life. I feel like I am constantly working everyday from morning till night without taking the time to stop and reflect. Walking gives me a break from all of that. When I am walking, I don't necessarily have to think about anything or do any tasks. All I have to do is put one foot in front of another in any direction.
Walking is one of the few things I miss while being deployed. Sure, I can walk on base around the area but I also love exploring at the same time and observing other people going about their daily lives.