Many of us work hard and take play time for granted. We don't recognize the importance of leisure in our daily lives. Just as stressors wear you down, leisure can refresh, restore and renew you. Recreation and leisure consist of any form of play, amusement or relaxation that takes place outside of your usual work.
Different people prefer different forms of leisure, ranging from knitting to hiking.
Pull out your phone book to make use of the following suggestions. Recreation Departments Check if the recreation department of your local municipality publishes a list of local events and programs. Libraries For many, reading a good book is refreshing and informative. Some libraries also lend films, videos, records, cassettes, compact discs, and art. Some centres offer a wide range of community resources geared to the special needs of different age groups.