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Hobbies I Love as a Chronically-Ill Person
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Being sick is no fun, but having hobbies that don't require a lot of energy makes it easier.
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Electronic Games
 
Crafts
 
Puzzles
 
Board Games
 
Card Games
 
Coloring

Electronic Games

Hand-held devices and games.

 
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Perfect for the chronically-ill/disabled gamer.
Nintendo Switch with Neon Blue and Neon Red Joy-Con
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I love all the Mario games!
Super Mario Galaxy™ + Super Mario Galaxy™ 2 Nintendo ...
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For the young and young-at-heart!
Minecraft - Nintendo Switch
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Loved this on the Wi and it's just as fun on the Switch.
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Zelda is a classic!
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Nintendo Switch
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Always a fave.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Nintendo Switch
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The gang's all here!
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate - US Version
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A new cozy favorite.
Stardew Valley - Nintendo Switch (Digital)
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Loved the original game!
The Oregon Trail Deluxe Edition - Switch
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The most fun!
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe - Nintendo Switch
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Such a good deal!
Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle
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Can't get enough Mario!
Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games: Tokyo 2020 - Nintendo Switch
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Wish I had this on sick days as a kid.
Bluey: The Videogame- Nintendo Switch
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Such a cute game. :)
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Happy Home Paradise Game Add-On - Nintendo Switch (Digital)
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One of my favorite games I play on my phone. It's peaceful, nothing dies on you, and it's fun!
Hay Day
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On oldie but a goodie.
Candy Crush Saga
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Love a good mystery game.
Layton's Mystery Journey: Katrielle (Switch)
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A great mobile version of the classic mahjong match game.
Vita Mahjong - Best Free Mahjong Solitaire Game
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Crafts

Get crafty with these accessible supplies.

 
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A smaller, more portable art journal/sketchbook.
Canson Graduate Mixed Media Art Book, Toned Gray, Hard Cover Binding, 32 Sheet, 5.5x8.5 inch, 1 Count
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My favorite art journaling pens - they come in all point sizes.
SAKURA Pigma Micron Fineliner Pens - 8 Count
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I love to use these in the Ranger art journals!
Posca Medium Paint Markers, Reversible Tips, Set of 12
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Art journaling can be cathartic when you are sick. Markers, collage, paint are fun and easy!
Ranger DYJ34100 Dylusions Creative Journal
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Love this palette full of watercolors!
Grabie 100 Colors Watercolor Paint Set with Brush Pens
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These are great for all kinds of art and doodles.
Canson XL Mixed Media Pad, Rough, 9x12, 50 Sheets
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These are too cute!
4ct Food Characters Crochet Craft Kit - Mondo Llama™
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Good for beginners or more advanced crafters.
Hearth & Harbor Super Crochet Kit for Adults and Kids, 80 Piece Crochet Set with Step-by-Step Guide and Projects Book
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I love all the bright colors.
JumblCrafts 24-Yarn Crochet and Knitting Starter Kit with 2 Crochet Hooks and 2 Weaving Needles 24 Assorted Colors Acrylic Yarn Skein
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Classic sizes you'll need for most projects.
Boye Anodized Aluminum Knitting Needles US 8-10
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A must-have for any knitter.
Stitch 'n Bitch: The Knitter's Handbook
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I loved these as a kid.
My Look Deluxe Knit and Design Studio by Cra-Z-Art
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Penguin!
Woobles Crochet Kit for Beginners - Pierre
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The little chick is so cute!
Woobles Crochet Kit for Beginners - Kiki
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Puzzles

Digital or tabletop - puzzles are fun!

 
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Sudoku is always a favorite.
Play Sudoku
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A new favorite!
Connections - Group words that share a common thread
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Challenging!
Rubik's Cube Original 3x3 Brain Teaser
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I love logic puzzles and this is a fun, quick way to play.
Logic Puzzles by Puzzle Baron
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I like puzzles that are challenging but not too big.
MasterPieces Inc Lakeside Retreat 750 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle
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This is really pretty!
MasterPieces Inc Iridescence 550 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle
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Board Games

My partner and I love these two-or-more player games, but there are some options for single players too.

 
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So fun!
Hues & Cues Game: Strategy Board Game for 3-10 Players by The Op Games
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Such a fun two-person game!
Battleship Game
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This has become a favorite lately.
Ravensburger Othello Board Game
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Build your skill. Play a bot, a friend, or stranger. It's all fun.
Chess.com - Play Chess Online - Free Games
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This game has seen a revival recently.
Guess Who 2.0 Game
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One of my favorite games!
Hasbro Scattergories Classic Game for 2+
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A classic!
Dominos Set for Adults, Double 6, 28 Tiles
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This is a neat game.
Buffalo Games - Tetris
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I love the digital versions of old favorites.
Play 247 Checkers Online – Fun and Free Games Available 24/7
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A fun word game.
Boggle Classic Game | Word Search | Ages 8+
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Loved it when I was a kid. Love it now.
Clue Classic Mystery Board Game
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Yahtzee!
Yahtzee
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Endless plays!
Educational Insights Kanoodle 3D Puzzle Game
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This is a fun idea.
24 Pcs 6-Sided Crossword Letter Dice Set
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It's not complicated and is a lot of fun.
Sequence
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Card Games

These are portable and easy to play in bed.

 
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This is a great set!
Mattel 3-Game Set: UNO, Skip-Bo & DOS
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Super fun - and faster than traditional Monopoly.
Monopoly Deal Card Game, 2-5 Players, Ages 8+
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Hate the name but LOVE the game!
Exploding Kittens Card Game
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Everyone needs a set of playing cards.
Bicycle Rider Back Poker Cards, Red & Blue, 2 Count
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This looks fun and easy.
Learn how to play TRASH!
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Another fun and simple game.
Sevens Quick Rules and Variants
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Coloring

Let your creative side out with coloring books!

 
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These are the best coloring books!
Cozy Cuties - (Cozy Spaces Coloring) by Coco Wyo (Paperback)
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I can't get over how cute these characters are!
Cozy Vibes (Cozy Spaces Coloring) by Coco Wyo (Paperback)
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Such cozy spaces!
Cozy Corner - (Cozy Spaces Coloring) by Coco Wyo (Paperback)
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This one's my favorite!
Cozy Days (Cozy Spaces Coloring) by Coco Wyo (Paperback)
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These are perfect to use with Coco Wyo books.
Ohuhu Alcohol Markers 60 Colors Dual Tip
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I feel so zen when coloring these mandalas.
Mandala Coloring Book: Adults, Fun & Relaxation
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In case you want lots of color options...
Crayola 100ct Sharpened Colored Pencils
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More professional tools - these are so creamy smooth.
Prismacolor Premier 24pk Colored Pencils: Multicolor Art & Sketching Set, Presharpened, 0.7mm, Ages 6+
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Keep those colored pencils sharp!
Pencil Sharpener 2 Hole 1ct (Colors May Vary) - up&up™: School Supplies, Handheld, Non-Powered, ABS & Steel, 2 Year Warranty
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Your inner child needs a fresh box of crayons.
Crayola 64ct Crayons with Sharpener Kids School Supplies Art Classroom Essentials for Teachers Coloring Gift Ages 3+
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A tool that lets you use the last bits of your colored pencils!
Derwent Pencil Extender Set Silver & Black
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Reading

The most spoonie-friendly hobby of all, whether you're reading a physical book or listening to the audio version.

 
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Access thousands of audio and e-books from local libraries.
Libby
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A nice alternative to the 'zon.
Buy audiobooks & support local bookstores
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Check out my favorite books on Bookshop.org!
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