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Comment on What are some professions, crafts, competitions, or activities in which being older is considered advantageous? in ~talk
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Comment on Holidays mental health thread in ~health.mental
Tockipop (edited )LinkThis is the first year anniversary of when I, in quick succession; went no contact with half my family, kicked from my (rented) home (so that it could be utilised as a holiday home) and lost my...This is the first year anniversary of when I, in quick succession; went no contact with half my family, kicked from my (rented) home (so that it could be utilised as a holiday home) and lost my job (due to workplace bullying and a lack of support) followed by a near death experience from severe illness and burnout.
What felt troublesome was that it came right after I’d consider the peak of my living, where I was at my physical best, my career was going well and I was hosting my first ever Christmas… to which my family decided not to attend. This was the first flag that things were about to take a turn.
I find myself feeling a sense of sadness, dread and discomfort this year as Christmas approaches. I don’t have much planned but I am trying very hard to choose to enjoy things and be happy for others with their plans.
Rather than telling myself I hate Christmas I am choosing to enjoy that others can enjoy it. Expressing happiness for others is good for the soul and it’s helping me feel more positive.
Starting from the bottom again can be a challenge but it’s up from here; because I was nearly homeless and nearly dead last year. So this year is one a hell of a win.
I wish everyone an awesome Christmas. Enjoy a great cup of tea. Treat yourself to a chocolate or two. You’re still here and so am I.
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Comment on The CEO of UnitedHealthcare (insurance company) has been assassinated in NYC in ~news
Tockipop (edited )Link ParentI also just checked the definition and it feels like saying ‘my interest is piqued’ is a slight misunderstanding of the definition; as ‘piqued’ means that you’re slightly angry. I wouldn’t say my...I also just checked the definition and it feels like saying ‘my interest is piqued’ is a slight misunderstanding of the definition; as ‘piqued’ means that you’re slightly angry.
I wouldn’t say my interest was slightly angry. I really meant that my interest was at a high (or at a peak?) after reading about the two books aforementioned on Wikipedia.
So maybe I did mean ‘peaked’ after all? I actually don’t know now, haha
Edit: currently enjoying an article on dictionary.com about this common misspelling. It’s definitely ’Piqued’. I’ve quite enjoyed this whole thing.
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Comment on The CEO of UnitedHealthcare (insurance company) has been assassinated in NYC in ~news
Tockipop Link ParentThank you for the correction. I’ve likely been typing this word wrong for a very long time.Thank you for the correction. I’ve likely been typing this word wrong for a very long time.
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Comment on The CEO of UnitedHealthcare (insurance company) has been assassinated in NYC in ~news
Tockipop (edited )Link ParentHave you read both of these books? Did you enjoy them? My interest is piqued but would love to know a little more before diving in. Edit: peaked to piquedHave you read both of these books? Did you enjoy them? My interest is piqued but would love to know a little more before diving in.
Edit: peaked to piqued
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Comment on Sci-fi audio drama - The Last City in ~hobbies
Tockipop Link ParentPodcasts and audio dramas always sound best to me in the car on my commute. But my commute isn’t that long so I love catching the last minutes while I do chores. I also like woodworking! My...Podcasts and audio dramas always sound best to me in the car on my commute. But my commute isn’t that long so I love catching the last minutes while I do chores.
I also like woodworking! My grandfather uses a laithe but I’ve only built panels and furniture. I’ve not had a go spinning wood yet.
Mission to Zyxx is great. I enjoyed that one and another recommendation for ars paradoxica so I think that one’s next!
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Comment on Sci-fi audio drama - The Last City in ~hobbies
Tockipop Link ParentIt would be the first superhero’s one I’ve listened too so I’d be keen to give it go!It would be the first superhero’s one I’ve listened too so I’d be keen to give it go!
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Comment on Sci-fi audio drama - The Last City in ~hobbies
Tockipop Link ParentSo many great suggestions. Thank you! And arsPARADOXICA is on my list. I’ll definitely have to get to listening to it now.So many great suggestions. Thank you! And arsPARADOXICA is on my list. I’ll definitely have to get to listening to it now.
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Comment on Sci-fi audio drama - The Last City in ~hobbies
Tockipop LinkI love audio drama. The ones that are fully acted with sound effects and everything. My favourite is ‘The 4th Ambit’. I was delighted to discover a new one thats finally outside of the paywall....I love audio drama. The ones that are fully acted with sound effects and everything. My favourite is ‘The 4th Ambit’.
I was delighted to discover a new one thats finally outside of the paywall. I’m 2 episodes in and the 3rd just came out. Great sci-fi drama.
“In the climate-ravaged year of 2072, Pura stands as a miraculous green haven, a geoengineered paradise that protects lucky residents from the global catastrophes of heat domes, fires, floods, and droughts. Demetria Lopez is Pura's PR fixer, tirelessly promoting the city's idyllic image. But when she stumbles upon a dark secret that underpins Pura's existence, she must decide who and what she is willing to protect.“
Is anyone else taking a listen? Does anyone else have any sci-fi audio drama favourites?
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Sci-fi audio drama - The Last City
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Comment on Favourite audio dramas/fiction podcasts? in ~hobbies
Tockipop LinkI’m returning to this topic to say I’ve just subscribed to a new audio drama called The Last City. The trailer sounded great and I’m excited to see if I enjoy it. “ In the climate-ravaged year of...I’m returning to this topic to say I’ve just subscribed to a new audio drama called The Last City. The trailer sounded great and I’m excited to see if I enjoy it.
“ In the climate-ravaged year of 2072, Pura stands as a miraculous green haven, a geoengineered paradise that protects lucky residents from the global catastrophes of heat domes, fires, floods, and droughts.”
But evidently everything is not as it seems.
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Comment on What have you been eating, drinking, and cooking? in ~food
Tockipop LinkEvery year, on my birthday, I make a huge lasagne. I don’t know how the tradition started but it’s been going for almost 10 years now. Recently I discovered that if I avoid gluten I feel a lot...Every year, on my birthday, I make a huge lasagne. I don’t know how the tradition started but it’s been going for almost 10 years now. Recently I discovered that if I avoid gluten I feel a lot better. So I tried gluten free lasagne sheets. Most gluten free pasta has been awful but these were absolutely fine. I used a recipe from Gaz Oakley and my partner and I made enough to feed about 18 people. It lasted 4 days in my house 🤣
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Comment on What are some of your daily use/most important apps? in ~tech
Tockipop LinkSupershift and TickTick are the ultimate combination for keeping my life in order. I still can’t find a better calendar than Supershift and tick tick handles task lists wonderfully. The feature...Supershift and TickTick are the ultimate combination for keeping my life in order. I still can’t find a better calendar than Supershift and tick tick handles task lists wonderfully. The feature that keeps me locked in though is the ability to have note based lists alongside standard task lists.
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Comment on Favourite audio dramas/fiction podcasts? in ~hobbies
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Comment on What is your most important game? in ~games
Tockipop LinkBeyond Good And Evil Whenever someone asks a question like this I always find myself thinking of Beyond Good And Evil. I think I just really connected with the characters and the universe. At the...Beyond Good And Evil
Whenever someone asks a question like this I always find myself thinking of Beyond Good And Evil. I think I just really connected with the characters and the universe. At the time it felt like a huge world that you could explore and find interesting secrets. All the characters were flamboyant and interesting. I really loved that game. The storytelling was wonderful.Among many awards “The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences nominated the game for "Outstanding Achievement in Character or Story Development" at the 2004 Interactive Achievement Awards.” from Wikipedia
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Comment on What are some more obscure hobbies you enjoy? in ~hobbies
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Comment on What browser extensions do you absolutely love to use? in ~tech
Tockipop LinkMy Safari iOS List Blockebear: A simple blocker that runs on EasyList. The app itself no longer maintained but I’m not sure that matters. Hush!: Blocks cookie consent forms from loading, where...My Safari iOS List
Blockebear: A simple blocker that runs on EasyList. The app itself no longer maintained but I’m not sure that matters.
Hush!: Blocks cookie consent forms from loading, where possible. (It does not click on or accept/deny cookies. Just tries to stop the form from loading by blocking scripts).
Banish: Stops ‘use in app’ / ‘this looks better in our app’ banners.
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Comment on What are some more obscure hobbies you enjoy? in ~hobbies
Tockipop LinkDoes washing dishes count as an enjoyed hobby? I just really enjoy it. If I see a sink full of dishes I want to get in there and get it done. I’ve tried all the gadgets; the ones that hold washing...Does washing dishes count as an enjoyed hobby?
I just really enjoy it. If I see a sink full of dishes I want to get in there and get it done.
I’ve tried all the gadgets; the ones that hold washing liquid in the handle, silicone sponges, scrubbers that shoot washing liquid out when you squeeze them like a Turkey baster. Nothing beats a good sponge.
I particularly enjoy an uninterrupted session with headphones in and a podcast on. The meditative power of mundane activity plus a good story is not to be in-considered. (Is that good English? Someone let me know)
An anecdote: I recently met my friends mom who shares the same joy. She has little sensitivity in her hands so she enjoys the feeling of the hot water, plus the movement of doing the scrubbing helps stimulate feeling.
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Comment on Favourite audio dramas/fiction podcasts? in ~hobbies
Tockipop LinkThe Fourth Ambit https://www.ambitgroup.com/ …“And, if the rumors are true, a Fourth Ambit, built and controlled by a virulent AI.” “The Fourth Ambit is a nine-part science fiction radio play,...The Fourth Ambit
…“And, if the rumors are true, a Fourth Ambit, built and controlled by a virulent AI.”
“The Fourth Ambit is a nine-part science fiction radio play, drawing you into a detailed and fully-immersive world of the near future.”
This is the first audio drama I ever discovered and what got me hooked. I’ve listened to it multiple times and enjoyed every run.
The level of production is top if it’s class, for its time. You May experience high levels of nostalgia due to the 80’s/90’s sound effects.
The website suggests it’s at least 22 years old, yet it’s plot is eerily similar to a plausible future we are heading towards.
If anyone wishes to share 4th Ambit related excitement, I’m here.
It’s also (to my positive surprise) a very entertaining sport to watch. At my old job we all very much got into the winter Olympic curling and it brought us together more as a team!