Moms just want to have fun. Of course, there are a few things standing in our way. There are the ins and outs of our everyday lives, our kids, our relationships, and our responsibilities.
Once in a while, you have to put it all aside and focus on you. Many moms feel guilty about pursuing things that bring them joy, but you shouldn't. You can't pour from an empty cup. You can't bring the fun to your family without having any fun in your own time.
Over the past year, it's become a lot easier to pursue your passions from home. It's opened a lot of doors for busy moms who wouldn't be able to participate otherwise. Here are some of the fun activities moms can delve into online that are a wonderful way to pass the "me time."
Online Guitar and Bass Lessons
$40
from
Lady Rockstars
If you're a woman or nonbinary person who has thought of learning guitar or bass, look no further than these classes from Lady Rockstars. In four weeks, you can learn a song on guitar and/or bass and participate in songwriting, self-development, and connection activities in a series of prerecorded videos, paired with weekly live instruction, all in a femme-centered space.
Sourdough Bread Baking
Do you feel like the only person in the health crisis not baking bread? Whether you never tried or couldn't get it to work, the skill is still within your reach. You'll learn everything you need to know to make some awesome sourdough to share with family and friends (or enjoy yourself — we aren't judging).
305 Fitness Dance Classes
$28.99
from
305 Fitness
If you think working out is boring, you're not alone. Doing repetitive exercises on your own can be tedious, but it's not the only way you can get active. 305 Fitness has perfected an energetic, enjoyable workout with its at-home cardio dance classes, which you can enjoy for less than $30 a month.
Vegetable Gardening
It's almost springtime, so it's the perfect time to develop your green thumb. Vegetable gardening can give you something to dedicate time to and be proud of, while providing a cost-effective way to put fresh food on your family's table. This class also helps you make the most of the space you have in your vegetable-growing pursuits, so you don't need a farm, much less a backyard to get started.
Fashion As Design
Fashion As Design, presented by MoMA, helps fashion lovers explore more than 70 garments and accessories from around the world. Fashionistas will learn about form, function, and more as they understand why clothing trends happen as they do around the world. This course provides a really interesting dive into clothes as a political statement, fashion statement, and more.
Style Your Space: Creative Tips and Techniques for Interior Design
$19.99
from
Skillshare
You've spent so much time in your house in the past year that chances are, you're itching to revamp the place. Learn about interior design and styling and you'll get the chance to get a super-professional look without a super-professional price tag. It's taught by HGTV Design Star winner Emily Henderson.
Sisterhood Works: How To Build a More Meaningful Network
$189.99
from
Future Learn
You've got friends, coworkers, colleagues, and more, but how do you make the most of your network? You undoubtedly know some powerful and industrious women who want to lift other women up as well. If you're into being an entrepreneur, this is one of three courses about creating a female-centric, empowered endeavor. This course is part of a subscription to Future Learn.
Writing for Self-Discovery: 6 Journaling Prompts for Gratitude and Growth
$19.99
from
Skillshare
Journaling can be the perfect outlet that can change your life. Sadly, many people don't give it a chance because they don't know how to journal with purpose. Yasmine Cheyenne teaches you how to do just that with meditative, meaningful journaling prompts.
Forensic Psychology: Witness Investigation
from
FutureLearn
For the mom who loves true crime, learn more about one of the most fascinating elements of an investigation. The eight-week forensic psychology course teaches about eyewitness testimony, facial recognition technology, interviewing witnesses, and more. This course will teach you a lot while sharpening your natural investigative skill.
The Mechanics of Watercolor Painting
Painting is a really fun and relaxing hobby that doesn't cost big bucks. Get good at it by learning the fundamentals in this course. It's thorough and gives you a lot of the basics you'll need to explore with the medium.
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