Physical limitations don’t just affect your body, they also take a toll on mental health. Around the world, people with disability struggle to live their fullest lives because of severe mental health issues that tend to fall through the cracks. You can change that today. Here are some activities you can take up to stimulate your mind, grow your skills, and become part of a wider community of similar people.

Chess

Do you remember the film Wazir? It starred Farhan Akhtar and a wheelchair bound chess grandmaster Amitabh Bachchan. Chess as a sport has long captured the filmic imagination, and justifiably so. It’s a beautiful game that can truly change the way you think, pushing your mind to its furthest limits. Chess is known to develop focus and bring calm, helping enthusiasts to truly channelize their abilities in the best way possible. There’s perhaps no better game than chess to focus and strengthen your mind. Mumbai has several clubs where chess is taught to the disabled as well. Find your nearest spot and head over today.

Scrapbooking

Love art but don’t really have the talent for painting or new-age artistic pursuits? Scrapbooking or journaling as it’s also called is a great way to give voice to your hidden Da Vinci. It’s simple to learn, easy to practice, and offers gorgeous and vibrant results. For starter tips and tricks, head over to Instagram or Facebook where a host of talented journal creators post their videos from around the world. Get a starter kit from Amazon and you’re all set! Every creation will fill you with joy, we promise you!

Armchair Detecting

Are you a mystery fiction fan, swearing by Agatha Christie or Sherlock Holmes? Then this fun and entertaining activity is for you. Whether it’s in the virtual world or board games or role-playing games with friends and family at dinner, there’s no dearth of cases for the armchair detective in you. Get started with a bunch of puzzles and a video game or two, and you’re set to make a mark in the world of mystery and murder. These games are incredibly interesting and mind-bending and can keep you occupied for hours as you sift through clues and get closer to unravelling the mystery. So what are you waiting for?

Model Building

Building models, whether it’s planes or ships, model engineering, architectural modeling or even matchstick modeling, can be an extremely compelling activity, especially for those looking to engage in a project physically and mentally. Model building involves painstaking attention to detail, a vast reservoir of patience, and an intense commitment to the craft that takes a while to develop. Don’t worry; model kits are available for various skill levels, so as a beginner you have nothing to fear. 

Learning a New Language

Do you have a knack for languages and want to master one (or a few)? There are several apps and websites available today, where you can do this for a tiny amount of money and loads of satisfaction. Some apps even certify you when you complete a level, and you can choose what kind of proficiency you’re looking for – just spoken, for a trip to foreign land, or professional proficiency to be able to sport on your resume. Not only will you be able to interact with foreign language speakers, you will also be able to follow shows and movies in that tongue without subtitles on OTT platforms! We heart the K-drama rage taking over India. Perhaps this is the linguistic bandwagon you want to jump on?