Share your hyperfixations with me :)

I thought it might be nice to share our hobbies and interests with each other- we may find something new to try out. Here is my list:

  • Learning foreign languages- I use Duolingo for this and am currently learning 3 different languages.
  • Infodiving on wikipedia. Also, have you heard of the Wiki game where you count how many clicks on embedded links in articles it takes to get from topic A to topic B?
  • Arts and crafts- this has always had a HUGE impact on my emotional and mental wellbeing ever since I was a kid. It doesn't matter what your technical ability is. Currently I am into drawing realistically but I have also enjoyed cross-stitching and animation in the past.
  • Video games- I have a huge backlog in my Steam and Switch library- admittedly I haven't even seen the launch screen on the majority of them but I am comforted by the fact that I will always have something new to play when the 'spark' strikes. My current favourites are Dead by Daylight, Fall Guys and Euro Truck Simulator 2 (and have been for months).
  • I have a special interest in all things science-y! It was one of my favourite subjects in school. I pick up New Scientist and Science Focus magazines to keep abreast of the latest information in the scientific community. I am aiming to achieve a Bachelors of Engineering in Aeronautics and Astronautics in the future and have plans to refresh my maths skills.
  • Social media- a bit of a double edged sword. I am aware there are some intolerant and/or ignorant people out there and that social media isn't everybody's cup of tea. Personally, I am not afraid to use the 'Block' button if I find someone's posts trigger me in a negative way. On a more positive note, I have found some very supportive mental health support Facebook groups and even an adult scouting group on the site where you can earn and buy fabric merit badges!
  • Building models with Lego- I have so many sets still to build and no room in the house to store them lmao.
  • Puzzles and brainteasers- these include those in the paper and physical format. I got a set of 5 rubix-style cubes for Christmas last year. I am still trying to solve the 2x2 without instructions (no spoilers please!).
  • Adult colouring- I have amassed quite the collection of adult colouring books: even an Iron Maiden album art colouring book duo.
  • Lastly, (I saved the best until last) is listening to music. I am a huge rock and metal fan but I'm trying to branch out and find other genres of music I may have missed out on. Any suggestions would be great- I enjoy up-beat tempos with lots of instrumental layers.
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  • Well, right now I'm hyperfixating on possibly crochet, possibly this site, possibly Harry Potter (movies), possibly the song Happy Together, definitely Harry Potter (books), definitely taking my pens apart during class, figuring out how they work, and and rebuilding them. Here's what I've figured out about my side-click ballpoint Bic: 

    Function(s): Spring+ink, clicker

    Purpose(s): To act as a writing utensil, to act as a fidget

    How it works: When clicker is pushed down, it locks and pushes ink tube down with it. Spring stops ink tube from going farther out at any time, even without clicker pushed down. 

    I'm not done typing it yet! (:

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  • Well, right now I'm hyperfixating on possibly crochet, possibly this site, possibly Harry Potter (movies), possibly the song Happy Together, definitely Harry Potter (books), definitely taking my pens apart during class, figuring out how they work, and and rebuilding them. Here's what I've figured out about my side-click ballpoint Bic: 

    Function(s): Spring+ink, clicker

    Purpose(s): To act as a writing utensil, to act as a fidget

    How it works: When clicker is pushed down, it locks and pushes ink tube down with it. Spring stops ink tube from going farther out at any time, even without clicker pushed down. 

    I'm not done typing it yet! (:

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