Zaros

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[–] Zaros@lemmy.world 5 points 3 months ago (1 children)

In recent years I've run some experiments on what works for me and what doesn't. '6h for work - 9h for rest - 9h for whatever' division seems to work wonders for me, with one day off in a week.

Trying to sleep less than 9h just messes everything up, unless I divide the sleep into two sections. Funny how that works. Extra 1.5h of being awake, especially during the productive night hours, was quite nice. But I hate waking up, and doing that twice a day is just simply too much!

[–] Zaros@lemmy.world 10 points 3 months ago (1 children)

I suppose I'm on the opposite side of visualization spectrum. I can easily conjure images so realistic and detailed that they pass for the real thing. I can also add texture, smells, temperature, sound, etc. but I can't fake weight or pure white color which for some reason always turns out somewhat grey or beige.

I don't think much in words however, most of my thoughts are in images and sensations. Which does make verbal communication somewhat challenging at times.

Sometimes the realism of visualization worries me somewhat. Many mental processes have a tendency to get a bit out of conscious control, and it would be quite troublesome to no longer know which of the things I see are actually real. On the plus side, I can visualize paintings on my walls, without actually buying any! I like having no decorations in my home, which seems to confuse people. Perhaps I should start comparing it to a blank canvas...

[–] Zaros@lemmy.world 6 points 4 months ago

It's sad that we often outlive our pets... but I suppose it's still better like this than other way around.

[–] Zaros@lemmy.world 2 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Upgrading PC for your mmo of choice? Dedication! :D

[–] Zaros@lemmy.world 5 points 4 months ago (3 children)

In the settings, among the other character customization things. You should know this unless... did you press randomize in character creation? D: Please tell me you've at least turned off motion blur...

[–] Zaros@lemmy.world 3 points 4 months ago (1 children)

No idea who that is, but I'm still leaving an upvote just for the template and beating of kids. >:)

[–] Zaros@lemmy.world 1 points 4 months ago

In general and if you don't know the person you're making the recommendation to, agreed. But I know several people I'd definitely recommend (and have recommended) Arch to as the first distro. Even just the installation process is so educational, it's a worthy starting point, after some general youtube videos perhaps. If someone just wants to take Linux for a quick test drive, Arch definitely isn't the way to go.

Although, I'll admit I'm not sure how to describe the type of people I'd recommend it to. If their interest is less practical, and more theoretical. Or if they get really into their hobbies and like to tinker and poke at things to see what happens. Or if they just have an endless curiosity and need to understand. Surprisingly many people I know fall into these categories.

[–] Zaros@lemmy.world 6 points 4 months ago

I wish the amount of sunlight I get would regulate the growth of my hair too. I'd be bald for good!

[–] Zaros@lemmy.world 20 points 4 months ago

That was pretty much me when I first decided to try installing Arch... at 2am.

[–] Zaros@lemmy.world 2 points 4 months ago

It's interesting to look at graphs of animal populations and how those vary. Increasing population, using too many resources, shortage, population plummets, environment recovers, more resources for less animals, population starts rising again...

I suppose it's somewhat arrogant to think humans above that. Although, we could be.

[–] Zaros@lemmy.world 3 points 4 months ago (1 children)

This whole "mixed reality experience" thing has me curious: do any of you just add imaginary images to your surroundings in your mind? Just by visualizing?

For example, I have several paintings on my walls that aren't real, but look to me as if they were. I switch them up depending on mood, or just turn them off. Or just basic stuff like having words and numbers floating in front of me as an aid when doing math or planning?

[–] Zaros@lemmy.world 7 points 5 months ago (1 children)

Something I just really like about this one is how she uses two ice spells without breaking the "you can only use each type of magic once" rule. Since the opponent technically does the second one. I suppose it also gets around the "defensive magic only" rule. Breaking the rules without breaking the rules, Eda must be proud!

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