Finding some distraction from pain or the limits imposed on activity which gives some purpose or pleasure that was probably taken as granted in the life previously lived.
I spend more time on photography "squireling" away memories for the winter when I am less active outside of the house and can work on things taken during the better times.
These distractions maybe something carried over or a new activity that keeps brains active within the new cage of a long term health condition.
Adjusting interests setting challenges for some sense of fulfilment each as unique as the person doing what they can when they can whilst balancing effort and feel good factor.
Any shares on distractions still enjoyed ?
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Nothing creative that gives you pleasure is pointless, in my opinion. I used to crochet and knit. Now I'm more into computer art, but I miss that feeling of yarn and needles. Maybe I'll take it up again.
Hi Betty. Have you tried joining them together to make doilies,coasters, rugs and blankets.You will find lots of ways to join them on the pinterest crochet sites.
I wanted to get rid of some ugly varegated wool. so crocheted it into squares and now its a bath mat.
No I think if you make it pratival then you get upset if not used. Like making cakes that no one eats. Made useful things for years, learnt my lesson. Hehehe
Thing is I would love to like Christmas and that is probably the problem is that I am disappointed. One of my greatest gifts to my children is to suggest that they went somewhere else for Christmas last year and both of them have now had an enjoyable experience.
One son went to Poland and the second volunteered at a soup kitchen when not staying with millionaire family. Big house, loads of young adults . I cooked chicken breast and went for a walk.
Making terrarium or gardens in a bottle as they are more commonly known. Shop online for materials and spend hours designing for each one has a character and my first aquatic garden is a work in progress.
You have given me a much needed prod. Pleasant Distraction is everything. Man up the sheds current distraction is perfecting the perfect walking stick. He has done the research made sure he has the tools and has just received his bit of wood via the nice delivery man with a van. Now he is on a mission for skate board wheels? I know I don't really understand why either. I need distractions for the winter. I am hoping answers to your post will inspire. At present me and the radio have a therapeutic relationship. I did think I might try collecting smiles. Ie smile at strangers and see how many smile back. Mind you I the man with the whit van might come and take me away.
Did you listen to Saturday Live today. They had a feature on a lass that has started a commuter blog. Recording people she meets on the underground with a photo and a titbit of information about them.
Reading some research on my health some escaping into another time or place because historical settings are a passion feeding imagination and a powerful distraction.
I used to paint, mostly wildlife or botanical illustrations. I lost my nerve when I found I couldn't control the brush. Now I use the adult colouring books. They are a brilliant stress buster and I look forward to the day when I can paint again.
Ian I was so caught up with the words. I forgot to say. What an incredible photo. i still lament the fact I can no longer manage a long lense. Every so often I consider having a go at macro photography. I have lacked the discipline to set it up. Although I am now learning the art of one step at a time. So maybe my first step will be to find the tripod. Focusing down in the smaller things.
Good point mayrose54 distraction comes with some peril of overdoing things. As a group we must be among the few that a change is not as good as a rest for them.
A rest would be nice. Its been all go the last few weeks and had to take our daughters brat s with us. They are great really, more a help than a hinderance .
Oh well lot of work from now on but by lunch time sat it will be all rest for a week.
I love reading diarys that people have published. Not necessarily the great and good. They are a source of social history. I think for me it would be a good discipline. Thanks for the pebble in the pond that has sent ripples my way.
I love squirrels. They are my favourite animal of all, especially the red ones wit tufty ears.
Dearly would love to go out to a place like that. A very sweet German friend (online) who loves to go camping, hiking, and generally hang out anywhere wild and take thousands of photos, does 'include' me by sending links to his cloud site of photos.
Once when he had been out biking I mentioned that I would so love to do the same, and he sent me two very long videos the next day. He had attached his phone or camera to himself somehow while riding so I got a sense that I was the one on the bike, and it was just great!
I can't do music anymore (my career) but I started doing digital art several years ago. I love it. Only problem is having a lot of unfinished things that are disorganised, as when I have time to organise files and properly label them, etc. I want to spend it making or finishing my paintings. I have a website connection at Fine Art America, where my art can be bought in various forms (print on demand)
But because I do not do promotion, I never sell anything... there is too much competition to think that it will happen by accident, even on a big art market like that. I have bought stretched canvases or beautifully framed copies of some of my paintings to give to friends and family as gifts. This feels like giving them a part of me, which is a good feeling.
I have sold a lot of copies in virtual worlds, where I put them on a virtual object and people buy them to hang in their virtual houses, or galleries. There is a very big arts community in virtual worlds, and lots of events, festivals, and contests one can take part in. I used to do a lot more of this than I do now as my condition has deteriorated.
Now really looking forward to getting out in my wheelchair because I have one that supports my body finally. This is my goal... to breathe the fresh air and see the autumn colours when they begin and enjoy my favourite season which is coming soon.
I look forward to reading what the rest of you write about all this.
Virtual world a place of safety when living threatens too overcome emotional wellbeing. Until now such a world existed only in my imagination a refuge anxiety retreated into for respite.
Virtual worlds contain all the things that the real world contains, both good and bad. Just like the rest of the internet, there will be a few people who are dishonest, somewhat abusive or drama queens, etc. People whose lifestyles and behaviours you may find distasteful, etc. But there are zones within which the 'adult' activity is contained, so these can be avoided if you don't want to deal with that around you.
You have to go there with a very careful attitude about providing any real details about yourself, especially where you live, what your real name is, etc. until you are quite sure about the other person's character. Just like the real world, this can be a bit tricky, but there are ways to take a step at a time with people.
Just like in real life, you don't send money or any kind of details, and don't engage in any kind of real life interactions until you feel it is safe. This may cause some people anxiety, but probably if they are already using forums and chat rooms and such, they should be taking these precautions anyway. virtual worlds aren't games, but they have games available such as role play and sometimes even sports (which can be fun). Many people go just for social activity, chat, etc.
I have had mostly very happy and wonderful experiences in Second Life and in the smaller one to which I 'emigrated' after several years in Second Life. The second largest is called InWorldz. They are owned by two different companies, and the smaller ones cost less for various purchases you may want to make in the future, such as land rentals.
There are a lot of very kind and compassionate people in both, and lots of learning and creative opportunities. However, the learning curve is very steep, in terms of learning technical knowhow to function there. But there is no rush whatsoever to learn things, and there are many free classes, tutorials, and just nice mentors and groups you can get help from--always someone around who will know how to help or know who else can help.
This help is free, but if it is a class, the polite thing, if you are able to do it, is to give a small sum of virtual money (equivalent of maybe 50 pence or a pound, perhaps, in a tip jar for the teacher. Virtual money can be purchased via paypal or credit card, of course. It is not essential to spend any money, but most people who decide to spend time will spend some real money amounting to a few pounds a month. It's like any other hobby or pastime in that respect.
If you have not been to one and are interested, you can PM me for more info. I am not trying to recruit new people or anything. But I have found some wonderfully compassionate people who have become my good friends over a few years time.
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saw a sign last night that said only 17 weeks to Christmas and I felt my blood pressure rise. 
A young girl with severe M.E