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I was in an incredibly similar state for too many months lately, and it's definitely very tough to tackle! I felt like I was waiting around for something to finally hold my interest or inspire me enough to focus, and nothing kept happening. I kept trying to pick an "enriching" subject of interest for myself: painting, writing, collaging, etc. and couldn't really get consistently motivated about any of them. But recently, there was a local independent theatre festival across from my work and I decided to check it out. And IDK how, but it has really lessened my rut. It was a great way to open myself to new experiences without the pressure being on me to produce something. Just putting yourself in spaces where you can enjoy yourself and exist around other people without the pressure to do anything specific helps a lot. I still think the solo hobbies are a good pursuit, but it's difficult to access your own passions after being dormant for so long, and sometimes you need to watch other people do it first to inspire yourself. Trying to find meaning on my own was like trying to summon something from within myself that wasn't there right now.
May 23, 2024
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😃I wish I knew why, but the following has worked for me:
-A lot of people say to just go to stuff but it does work! Finding an event that is relevant to your interests, and going solo guarantees a good time - you’ll either have a chill time by yourself or will get to chatting with other people that went alone too. I went to an art studio opening party because they had a build your own flower bouquet arrangement set up, with a still life drawing session of your bouquet afterward. I made a lovely friend who went alone too! Even if I didn’t meet anyone, it wouldn’t be a lost cause because I still went to something that was enjoyable for me on my own.
-Maybe more of a deeper cut option that’s not always possible, but I’ve also met folks that are friends of friends. Having that person in common does make things a lot easier.
Wishing you the best of luck! ðŸ¤
-A lot of people say to just go to stuff but it does work! Finding an event that is relevant to your interests, and going solo guarantees a good time - you’ll either have a chill time by yourself or will get to chatting with other people that went alone too. I went to an art studio opening party because they had a build your own flower bouquet arrangement set up, with a still life drawing session of your bouquet afterward. I made a lovely friend who went alone too! Even if I didn’t meet anyone, it wouldn’t be a lost cause because I still went to something that was enjoyable for me on my own.
-Maybe more of a deeper cut option that’s not always possible, but I’ve also met folks that are friends of friends. Having that person in common does make things a lot easier.
Wishing you the best of luck! ðŸ¤
Apr 18, 2024
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🚶concert? play? Reading? niche movie screening? Rave? Restaurant you want to try? whatever it is, try to wrangle friends if its up their alley (not a pro-antisocial message here) but if it does not work out, take urself! literally worst case scenario absolutely no one gives a fuck best case you make new circumstantial friends. Every one is busy making money and chasing what inspires them to stay here so schedules align once in a blue moon, don’t let that stop you from discovering / enjoying shit.
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😃New hobbies stimulate your brain and make you feel full of purpose. Making plans with your friends helps you appreciate others and your role in your circle, consuming good art makes you notice little details, taking yourself on solo dates feels super intimate, reading a fun book, listening 2 a genre out of your comfort zone… Basically expanding yourself ^_^
Jul 16, 2025
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🖥This is the only thing that keeps me sane at work. It's so slow right now. If anyone is wondering why I've posted like 9 times today.
Mar 9, 2025
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I love doing collages, cuz all you really need are magazine cutouts and glue. There's a very low barrier to entry, skill-wise AND supply-wise, unlike painting. Digital collages are fun too, but I try to have less screentime by doing the paper ones. If I want to re-use pieces instead of gluing them down permanently, sometimes I'll just take a picture of the current arrangement to immortalize it, and then start over on a new composition. That way, I don't have to constantly buy new magazines to get new cutouts. This is one of my favorite ones I've done so far:
Aug 22, 2024
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if you have a job that lets u read in ur downtime, they're a great portable option that doesn't require you to invest full focus like you would if you cracked a novel open on the clock! plus they are cheap & open you up to all sorts of niche content you wouldn't encounter otherwise :)
Mar 12, 2024