Thing A Month

In 2026, I’m running a personal experiment called Thing-A-Month — a commitment to try one new hobby, skill, or experience each month.

The goal isn’t mastery. It’s curiosity, presence, and learning what happens when I slow down and give something my full attention.

Below is the full plan for the year.

Jeff Forehand Thing A Month Adult Coloring - Spiderman with Jeff and Captain

  • January - Cooking

    Focus on learning techniques like proper seasoning, timing, and plating.

  • February - Adult Coloring

    Exploring relaxation and creative play, including both detailed and fun designs.

  • March - Meditation

    Take guided meditation sessions focused on stress management and mindfulness.

  • April - LEGO Build

    Building a detailed LEGO set to enjoy process-driven creativity.

  • May - Family Genealogy

    Researching several generations of family history and recording meaningful stories.

  • June - Host a Murder Mystery Night

    Designing and hosting a social game night with friends and family.

  • July - Scrapbooking

    Creating a physical scrapbook album from years of digital photos.

  • August - Pottery or Clay Sculpting

    Sculpting and painting a finished clay piece using an at-home kit.

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Volunteering Stock Photo With 5 People putting their hands in a circle

  • September - Knitting or Crocheting

    Learning basic stitches and completing a small beginner project.

  • October - Learn an Instrument

    Learning and playing one full song on an instrument I’ve never used before.

  • November - Volunteering

    Volunteering at least three times with causes that resonate personally.

  • December - Record a Podcast Episode

    Recording a reflective podcast summarizing the year, lessons learned, and creative projects completed