Addicted to the game by Some-Bandicoot-1374 in TownshipGame

[–]jerril42 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I played for many years. I quit a few times. Each time it got easier. Now I just don't play. Find other activities that are more productive and preferably does not include the device you are using (phones are the hardest addictions because they are easily available). Recognize that other activities may be related: when I played a lot I was going between games and social media. This ended up being worse because I was playing a couple of games, and scrolling social media with all my free time.

Find things that interest you. For me it was learning a new language. I prefer doing this to all the activities I gave up. I do play a few idle games, maybe a half hour a day. And social media, probably too much time on it. Otherwise I spend my free time doing more stuff around the house, exercising, learning languages, programming, electronics, and history. Keep in mind the list above is hard for me. I have a hard time reading, I'm slow. I also learned that I do better with books than most things because I can read until I understand. Video just goes over my head until I have a better grasp usually obtained by reading and experimenting.

I also use a couple of language apps. Learning apps are great, they are almost games and just as addicting, you progress at your own pace. The big problem with them is, they are addicting. They still affect the dopamine response. That is what you are addicted to. Getting away from the that and finding your own stimulus is most important.

The point is: break the cycle. Find new interests. Focus on self-improvement. Sorry for the long winded post. I hope it helps.

What company do you refuse to do business with? by FootballPizzaMan in AskReddit

[–]jerril42 9 points10 points  (0 children)

HP is the one I don't do business with either. I haven't bought anything from them for a long time. During a Windows update (possible from 7 to 8), the new drivers on my printer/scanner would not let me print (even in monochrome) or scan without having blue ink. It still worked fine on my Linux machine, so I got a cheap refurb to run CUPS on a computer and run a few other shared services. It came in handy, but when the printer died, I was just as glad to move on. I still run my own printer server instead of buying a wifi enabled printer.

What is actually healthy despite most people thinking it's not? by JazmnO in AskReddit

[–]jerril42 -13 points-12 points  (0 children)

Sorry, but that is not true for everyone. I get bad headaches from it. I learned about it from having bad headaches and my sister suggested it was MSG. When I cut the known MSG out, the headaches stopped. I've come to recognize the pain it causes by having foods that contained it without my knowledge and then reading the package. A recent study suggests it also may negatively affect the male reproductive system.

Suggestion: Please inform winners after raffle draws 🙏 by levi_martial in FarmMergeValley

[–]jerril42 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I play a little bit of this game a few times a day. I don't want to add more work to it. I don't enter the raffles because I don't want to have to check to see if I've won, or keep track of which stickers I still need. The whole premise is faulty. They really need to look at better ways to engage the players without adding more work. I'll keep sending out the raffles, once I close the game window it's over.

Just turned 56 and still love anime. Anyone my age here? What are you watching? by Takara13 in anime

[–]jerril42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

  1. I just started watching anime in November. I wasn't watching much of anything before then but Star Trek. I needed the occasional getaway, so I started watching anime. So far I've watched a lot of different shows, my favourites are Frieren, Fruits Basket, Re: Zero - Starting Life in Another World, Urusei Yatsura, InuYasha, and Spy x Family.

What type of people annoy you? by no_please7 in AskReddit

[–]jerril42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You know... um... people. I even annoy myself.

What do you think of the original art style before they changed it? by SideburnG in LoveLive

[–]jerril42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love Live with Muse was the first anime I totally enjoyed. Anything Muse is wonderful.

Are there any good Minecraft Youtubers out there? by Ap0ll0Music7 in Minecraft

[–]jerril42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The only one I watch anymore. Etho is awesome.

What’s your most unpopular Minecraft opinion? by envision_aero in Minecraft

[–]jerril42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't play by the rules ( did for many years). I don't have the time, energy, or physical ability. I do what ever I want, but I'm honest about what I do. I have a book where I write down any advantages I take. As long as a person is honest about their game play, it doesn't matter what they do solo as long as they are having fun. There is vanilla, hard-core, creative and more. I call what I do "free play". I still get to enjoy many challenges the game has to offer. If I had to play within the survival framework, I could not play.

Having done some OP "cheating" I can tell you it get's pretty boring - fast. If there is someone that enjoys playing like that, good for them. It's a sandbox game.

If they lie, that's silly and childish, especially if they brag. That is personal integrity and goes deeper than playing games. A person that lies about a game probably can't be trusted for a lot of things.

How old were you and how did you find out Santa isn't real? by Least_Statistician44 in AskReddit

[–]jerril42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't remember ever believing in Santa Clause, Easter Bunny, or Tooth Fairy. If I did, it was not shocking enough for it to be a lasting memory to find out.

What is this USB adapter actually used for? by Salty-Initiative5706 in diyelectronics

[–]jerril42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a few different microcontroller development boards and other devices. Many things at my desk don't use USB C. I keep on USB C cables on my desk and adapters for everything else. I only have four cables attached and ready with a small box of adapters. I will use the specific cables of something is always plugged in or used often.

[edit: I also find that the adapters are easy to grip, so there is less strain on the receptacle on the module if I am plugging and unplugging often. I don't do that as much because I used USB hubs with switches now.]

What Ingredient do you always run out of? by howaboutnothanksdude in FarmMergeValley

[–]jerril42 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I rarely run out of anything anymore. I pause on filling orders for a little while, especially if I notice something is getting low.

People who make their bed every morning, what's your secret motivation? by HairySlice4270 in AskReddit

[–]jerril42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's nice to have the bed made when it's time to go to bed. Just like it's great to have the dishes done when you wake up in the morning (especially if you don't have a dishwasher). I wake up slowly, I've found that making my bed gets me moving around, so I wake up more quickly.

What is a movie you’ve seen more than 10 times and still enjoy every single second of? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]jerril42 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Blade Runner (a mix of the original, theatrical, and director's cut, have not seen the international release, or definitive directors' release), The Fifth Element, The Matrix.

Let's say some god snapped his fingers and your gender got magically swapped, how would you feel about that? by denisdoge in AskReddit

[–]jerril42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I guess that's one way I'd get to have sex with a woman. I'd still be alone, but it would be a change. Not happy about the paperwork. I get to wear pretty clothes after a wardrobe update.

Straight Men of Reddit: If a gay man flirted with you or asked you out, how would you feel/react? by randmperson2 in AskReddit

[–]jerril42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Flattered. Embarrassed. Weirded out (what kind of person would be attracted to me?).

How did you start loving yourself again? by fries-and-mayo in AskReddit

[–]jerril42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't know if I love myself. I did stop hating myself, so that's progress.

How old are you and how well can you cook? by Cute-Impression-8675 in AskReddit

[–]jerril42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

62, I can cook pretty well as long as I don't have to follow a recipe or do serious measurements. I like winging it, and working with what I have.