I’m off until at least 5 Feb due to a boxers fracture. I’m getting sick of TV and movies. Today I’ll clean my apartment, but even with my busted hand it will only take a couple of hours. I can’t really go anywhere as I need to save as much money as I can to cover for missed time at work.

Here’s what I’ve tried so far:

  • Solve Rubik’s cubes
  • Work on music production
  • Sleep

Thing I probably should do:

  • Continue to learn Swift
  • Follow makeup tutorials

Lemmy, what would you do?

EDIT: Keep ‘em coming Lemmsters! I LOVE the suggestions, and can’t wait to give some of these a go!

  • fmstrat@lemmy.nowsci.comEnglish
    2·
    6 days ago

    You seem to feel like you should learn Swift, but don’t want to. If you’re looking for tech growth, but can’t get invigorated, maybe try a different direction?

    Self-host a good first-app, like Nextcloud?

    Watch build videos on Voron 3D printers?

    Switch apps you can from the Play Store to Obtainium to prep for DeGoogling your life?

    Make a server out of some old laptop?

    Write scripts that automatically set up your PC when you reinstall?

    Organize all your techy tools on a pegboard?

    • Jessica@lemmy.blahaj.zoneOPEnglish
      1·
      6 days ago

      It’s been a goal of mine to create and finish an iOS app. I’m setting my sights pretty low right now. I’m just looking for the motivation to actually make something.

      I’m interested in Docker as well. I’ve never been able to setup a container that actually works. I just got read up on it.

      Rn I’m focusing on music.

  • BananaTrifleViolin@lemmy.worldEnglish
    35·
    9 days ago

    I’d play videogames, depending how much use you have of the hand. If you can use a controller or a mouse without discomfort I’d game. You could complete a lengthy RPG like Witcher 3, Cyberpunk 2077 or Baldurs Gate 3. Or you could learn and play Dwarf Fortress or try and get as far as possible in Stardew Valley or whatever games you like.

    Id also go out and walk - explore your city, or go hiking if you have nature near by. Its free and it beats being cooped up in your house.

    Or you could make a start on a new skill. Like coding with freecodecamp.org or start learning a language.

    9 days is a luxury - I’d even enjoy just lazing about, catching up with friends and family. You dont have to do anything meaningful - you could have some me time.

  • amelia@feddit.org
    26·
    9 days ago

    I can’t really go anywhere as I need to save as much money as I can to cover for missed time at work.

    By far the most American thing I’ve read in a while.

    Answering the question: How about reading some books?

    Get well soon, OP!

    • Jessica@lemmy.blahaj.zoneOPEnglish
      2·
      8 days ago

      Thanks for the well wishes ☺️ I’ve ordered like 7 books based on recs from everyone. Do you have a fave book?

      • amelia@feddit.org
        3·
        8 days ago

        Recommendations would probably depend a lot on what kind of books you like.

        One I read recently and loved is “Extremely loud and incredibly close” by Jonathan Safran Foer.

      • Captain Aggravated@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
        2·
        7 days ago

        Satisfactory’s devs call out Factorio as an inspiration, but they’re fairly different games.

        Factorio is a top-down 2D game built in its own engine. Graphically it looks like Age of Empires with a 3 pack a day habit; buildings are grungy and smoky with something of a dieselpunk look to them.

        Satisfactory is a first person 3D game built in the Unreal engine. Gorgeous and colorful alien landscapes with buildings that have a tonka truck kind of vibe to them.

        Factorio’s environments are procedurally generated and can get to be extremely large. Satisfactory has one hand-made world with no procedural generation, the game world is approximately 25 square miles IIRC.

        Factorio has pollution and base defense as major gameplay mechanics, as your factory pollutes you will attract larger hordes of alien creatures who will try to destroy your factories, and you can build walls and automated defenses. Satisfactory has no pollution mechanic and some FPS combat mechanics which amount to “there’s some alien wildlife that will attempt to gore you on sight.” Satisfactory’s buildings cannot be harmed in any way.

        Factorio has a more paranoid feel to it; you’re never sure when the edge of your base will come under attack. Satisfactory is a lot more chill.

    • Jessica@lemmy.blahaj.zoneOPEnglish
      12·
      9 days ago

      I’m not much of a reader, though I would like to get into the Star Wars lore. I had not even thought of that, thanks! 🙂

      Do you have any recommendations for what to read?

      • jordanlund@lemmy.world
        11·
        9 days ago

        For Star Wars lore it really starts and ends with the Timothy Zahn trilogy. For years was considered the “official/unofficial Episodes 7, 8, 9.”

        Heir to the Empire (1991)
        Dark Force Rising (1992)
        The Last Command (1993)

      • MNByChoice@midwest.social
        7·
        9 days ago

        If your library has Libby (or similar), it can be interesting to read random “popular” books. I have found some good ones that way.

        Just don’t look at the title art, or read a description. Keeps things wild. (Time travel, end of world, or just lunch with friends? No idea.)

        “Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine” is one example.

        • Jessica@lemmy.blahaj.zoneOPEnglish
          4·
          9 days ago

          That’s really interesting, thank you! I’ve not heard of this stuff before. I’ll keep that in mind 🙂

      • Libb@jlai.luEnglish
        4·
        9 days ago

        I’m not much of a reader, though I would like to get into the Star Wars lore. I had not even thought of that, thanks! 🙂

        You’re welcome ;)

        Do you have any recommendations for what to read?

        I don’t know what you like so it’s a bit like i I asked you what should I eat tonight?

        Imho, if you want to give Star Wars a try that’s a good starting point. I don’t know now much about Star Wars so I’m probably not the person you should ask. I do love scifi though and among my favorite authors I would say Ubik, by Philip K. Dick (the guy was the inspiration for films ranging from Matrix to Blade Runner, and many others). It’s fun, it’s not too hard to read and it’s not too long either. And it’s at least as pertinent today as it was when it was written in the 60s.

        That said, allow me one advice if you’re not used to reading: don’t be afraid to not like and not finish a book. That’s OK. You have no obligation to.
        I read a lot and I never hesitate to quit reading a book I don’t like. Also, I know that my tastes can change (I now love books I hated when I was a kid or a teen, or even a young adult). The Ubik book I suggested is not a difficult read, but you may also not like it at all, and that’s fine. Just look for something else to read ;)

        • Jessica@lemmy.blahaj.zoneOPEnglish
          3·
          9 days ago

          I like the premise of Ubik, I ought to try it. Thank you for such a thoughtful response! I’m definitely interested in getting out of my routine.

          • Libb@jlai.luEnglish
            3·
            9 days ago

            I’m definitely interested in getting out of my routine.

            That’s a great thing to do, imho ;)

            Wishing you to get better soon

      • d00phy@lemmy.worldEnglish
        3·
        9 days ago

        If you’re into science fiction, check out the Wool/Shift/Dust trilogy by Hugh Howey. I also enjoyed the Lattice trilogy by Erik Hanberg. You’ve probably already seen some movies based on Robert Heinlein books. GS Jensen also has a bunch of fun series. Finally, Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep is what got me into sci-fi as a wee one.

        Alternatively, head over to a book community, or the books community on BlueSky is pretty active. Tell them some things you really like and ask for suggestions. If you liked a movie or TV show based on a book, there’s a very good chance the book was a bit different and considerably more in depth.

        • d00phy@lemmy.worldEnglish
          3·
          9 days ago

          Adding that all the older Stephen King books are worth the read. 11.23.63 was the last one I read, and I really enjoyed it.

  • Samsy@lemmy.ml
    20·
    9 days ago

    Setting up Paperless-ngx and scan up all the papers (which now can be recycled).

    That’s what I did with my last free days.

    • Jessica@lemmy.blahaj.zoneOPEnglish
      8·
      9 days ago

      That’s really interesting! I don’t really have much that I would need to scan in, but the process would be a nice challenge.

      • Samsy@lemmy.ml
        2·
        9 days ago

        That’s my struggle now. Nothing more to scan. But it’s like a rabbit hole. I’m actually make use of the ASN numbers and use a mail address to hord the digital papers, too.

  • jordanlund@lemmy.world
    8·
    9 days ago

    Had the same deal last year when I tore an achilles tendon. :(

    #1) Do what the doc/physical therapist tells you to do.

    #2) It’s OK to push yourself a little, but pain is your body telling you when to stop.

    I figured out how to stream the PS5 and Xbox to the Steam Deck in the bedroom, your mileage may vary! :)

    Dying to know though… boxers fracture? Hopefully a good story there! Always lead with your first 2 knuckles!

      • Maeve@kbin.earth
        4·
        9 days ago

        It happens. It doesn’t have to happen again. If you have money for gym, maybe Tai chi to learn how to manage energy, shouldn’t be an issue with your injury. I would love a tai chi class, myself, but it may not be for you.

  • Teknikal@eviltoast.orgEnglish
    5·
    8 days ago

    Had a similar amount of time recently and rewatched the whole Buffy/Angel shows was quite a time killer. I remember doing similar with the stargate shows a few years back but yeah that’s like a couple of months time investment.

      • Teknikal@eviltoast.orgEnglish
        2·
        7 days ago

        It’s ideally watched at the same time as Buffy from Buffy season 4 onwards because of crossovers but yeah it starts slowish but by the end the plot is really good actually to the point I think it’s a little better than Buffy.

        But yeah I think both should be watched together as kind of a combined show.

    • Jessica@lemmy.blahaj.zoneOPEnglish
      1·
      8 days ago

      My son and I have been watching The Office for the first time over the past few days. It’s nice that we have a new show that we both like.