A study finds drinking coffee and doing nothing may be the most popular hobby today

Thekabarnews.com—Recent studies and lifestyle surveys show that drinking coffee while doing nothing is becoming one of the most popular modern pastimes. People all over the world are going to cafés and sitting alone with a cup of coffee. They are not working, scrolling, or doing two things at once. They say that is the major reason they went.

What started as a private habit has turned into a bigger cultural change, especially among younger folks. In some regions of Europe, the practice is similar to the idea of dolce farniente. That means “the sweetness of doing nothing.” 

In some Asian cities, it is called silent coffee culture or coffee badging. The premise is simple: consume coffee without any technology distractions or aspirations for getting things done.

Sociologists and trend experts say that more and more people are going to cafes alone, staying longer, and not feeling the need to be productive. Experts attribute this trend to burnout following the pandemic, digital fatigue, and the constant pressure to perform. Many individuals today look for short moments of peace to help them get better psychologically and emotionally.

Studies on stress and concentration back up this habit. Research indicates that brief intervals of inactivity can elevate mood, boost creativity, and assist with emotional regulation. Mental health professionals argue that these quiet periods can help people feel less anxious about having to work and be on screens all the time.

Cafés have also changed to fit the trend. Reports from 2023 and 2024 show that there is more demand for seating that is comfortable for longer visits than for quick turnover. More and more people think that coffee shops are okay places to stop, look around, and just be. They feel comfortable doing these activities without having to explain why.

Many people now see what looks like “doing nothing” as a covert way to fight a world that expects constant productivity. People are taking back moments of silence, one cup of coffee at a time, instead of always trying to make the most of their time.

This trend shows that modern leisure is moving away from constant activity and toward planned rest. This means that peaceful coffee time is not merely a vacation from work but a way of life.

Sources: The Guardian and the National Institute of Mental Health