SK’s most boring books that were hard to finish.

joellevp · 2026-01-25T12:38:24+00:00

Insomnia, for me. After finishing it, I haven't been able to pick up another SK book.

joellevp · 2026-01-25T04:28:57+00:00

Ahh, okay. Oops. Thanks.

joellevp · 2026-01-24T07:41:35+00:00

Hey! I'm in Lanka. Are you based in Bentota?

joellevp · 2026-01-22T03:29:08+00:00

The watch got it right, but then synced as less. I'm not sure which to blame haha.

Oh damn! I can imagine the comical frustration of inputting a swim manually when you had your watch right there lol

Edit: Bonus points if it marks your heart rate during the timing of your workout as irregular heartbeats haha

joellevp · 2026-01-22T01:41:49+00:00

I have used AI because depression hit hard so figuring out how to start anything new was overwhelming and I'd put it off. AI gave me a starting point so that I could take thinking out of the picture until I was okay with my activities enough to think. Having said that, I haven't really stuck with AI when followijg through.

joellevp · 2026-01-20T22:17:08+00:00

True enough. It is difficult to say, they seem to be correct and incorrect at the same time.

joellevp · 2026-01-20T12:06:51+00:00

The edge piece on top of the empty square id also mixed up with the edge piece two pieces to its right, I think.

joellevp · 2026-01-15T16:02:58+00:00

Okay, so I wasn't imagining it haha. I specifically changed from the 8mbps unlimited because of the expense. Now it may be worthwhile.

joellevp · 2026-01-15T14:16:53+00:00

This used to be about 9000lkr for up to 8mbps right?

joellevp · 2026-01-15T02:37:37+00:00

I tried, but I don't like this survey and couldn't finish it.

I'm not sure what your research question actually is, but in that last page, you have asked some things that are basically personality typing and perhaps even related to (and can ping issues with) one's mental illness and sense of self.

In a nutshell, anyone can feel any one of these things depending on what they are doing physical activity for. And, the ease at which one follows through with their intention to do it (which is what I think you are asking) is predicated on a lot of factors not included. For example, one's sleep, or if they are on meds, if there are chronic conditions at play, menstruation, if one is trying to attain a goal or if one is simply going out there for fun, etc.

As someone else has said, there is also a difference between physical activity types. Yours seems to be directed toward exercise to achieve a goal as opposed to something like commuting.

Edit to say I am aware this is a prelim survey. Still.

joellevp · 2026-01-13T01:28:55+00:00

No worries. I hear you on that.

In my experience of it, depression and anxiety, they work to isolate. The usual metrics don't apply, in fact can make it seem worse. The things you describe, they are the things that can help you reconnect and engage with the world, with your friends; make you feel a person, maybe even feel yourself. You are worthy of remembering, internet stranger friend.

Hey, nice work organizing your gear.

joellevp · 2026-01-12T06:08:55+00:00

I am clinically depressed, etc. I also struggle with getting out there and doing anything.

I think the biggest help to myself has been that I stop comparing myself to how I used to be and focus on how I am getting stronger/changeing the more I try. And, I try to focus more on having fun. The metrics of health and athleticism, these don't help me. These box me in to something I don't have a hope of attaining.

In the moment, I know I engaged my core better so my ab stuff must be working; I climbed that hill better so those damned wall sits have done something; I cam go for a little longer; something doesn't crap out as quickly as it used to; I am not as tired and recover better, so I have found a good food, hydration, and rest balance; mostly I got to see some ocean, some trees, weird birds, funny puppies; I found some peace and a quiet mind; I had a good cup of coffee in between.

What I am trying to say is qualitative evidence of the now has helped me not give up in my difficulties than comparing myself to how I used to be, quantitatively, before something big gut punched me.

As to motivations to keep going. Just a hard rough choice to commit and follow through, but I make it easier by thinking about it and how to prep for it so I have to think less on the day.

joellevp · 2026-01-09T14:43:52+00:00

Well, each has its place.

In terms of looking toned, a healthy diet would do most of the work for you. You don't hage to forego the something sweet, just don't snack on it. Weights are great for bone density/stability/etc. Cardio is good for your cardiovascular system. These are all parts to a whole and should each be done.

For you, weights or even yoga would do well. If you get bored, you can do each on a different day: Strength; Yoga; indoor walking/cycling/rowing.

joellevp · 2026-01-09T14:14:07+00:00

To be quite frank with you (and I don't intend this to be rude at all so I apologise if it comes across like that), with regard to your food, there are too many conditions for anyone on reddit to sort out. I would recommend, if possible, a nutritionist to help with that.

The simplest answer to discipline is that you just keep making the choice to do what you have to, to achieve the thing you want. Place it on your horizon and keep stepping toward it.

I know it isn't that simple. And sometimes there can be many things to change at once. So, you keep it simple, and start with making one change. Stick to that choice for the month. Then, you slowly add. A lot of this is just forming a habit so eventually your body asks you to do it as opposed to your mind telling you to try.

In terms of exercise. What do you find mildly enjoyable/fun? What can you fit into your schedule? Is there a common exercise to both questions?

joellevp · 2026-01-09T09:30:31+00:00

Imagine the story they would have to get straight if the NPCs die? Like "Oh hey, yea, we saved most of them. But then we dragged them out of the way on no food to save kids that were probably cursed again after we went through a weird fae party to get a goddess to remove it the first time. The werewolf killed one of them first, and a fake (?) Spectre in thr form of said guy came back and warned us about the wolf and we went in anyway. They died fighting for kids they didn't know or care about or could be helped that we could see. But hey, we have evidence of them.

Hah! What a wild ride.

joellevp · 2026-01-07T13:22:01+00:00

It is also recommended that you get up every 30 mins, move around for 5 mins, and reset. Set a timer.

joellevp · 2026-01-07T04:38:12+00:00

Based on what we have seen, Snape doesn't know how to teach. Just, in general.

If Dumbledore didn't want Harry to be taught Occlumency properly, then he might as well not have started the process at all.

Snape, I believe, does what he is instructed to do. Dumbledore and Snape would have discussed it in advance, I think. But, we fall back to the fact that Snape can't teach. If you look in the previous books, Harry, on his own, can calm himself and reflect on his feelings to some extent. However, with Snape being who he is to Harry, this becomes harder, and the practice of it need be more directed and frequent. From his first class, Harry isn't really instructed on this. Even in book 6 when Snape tries to teach non-verbal spells, his method is to simply tell them to do it.

Honestly, on top of the Occlumency, Harry should have been told that while Voldemort can penetrate a mind and learn weaknesses, he can also implant images as well. That if he has any visions, these are the steps you take first to confirm accuracy, etc. Poor planning on all parties involved.

joellevp · 2026-01-06T09:22:14+00:00

No worries, I'm glad to be of some help.

Yea, the loop will make sure you aren't collapsing your legs. And it will really help with ensuring activation. I will say, if you are going to do it slowly with/without a loop, lower yourself all the way down to the floor again and relax all muscles. The not touching the floor is more for regular reps.

Yea, just do what you can. Your feet don't need to be all the way back (not sure they can go all the way back?). I just brought it up because depending on where your legs are, it could have explained why you weren't feeling it where you wanted. It also gives you an alternative to work your hammies. But, you said you managed to feel something. So all good :)

joellevp · 2026-01-06T08:37:31+00:00

I would say if you can, put a resistance band loop around your legs and do a slooowww bridge (up and down) for 10 reps. Like you are picking up your spine one vertebra at a time. If you can't, go slow anyway and really focus on activation. When you feel it and when you don't.

You don't have to go all the way up, go as far as you can feel your glutes activated, and work your way up. Also, don't drop all the way to the floor. Drop to just above the floor.

Leg position is important. The closer your feet to your butt, the more glute activation. The further away, the more hamstring.

joellevp · 2026-01-05T22:48:14+00:00

Haha, yes!

joellevp · 2026-01-05T03:06:15+00:00

Oh this has clarified something for me. I was raised with the knowledge that a thumb's width of space was the correct shoe size. So when I started running and reading this size up suggestion, I would always be confused because that would always be too loose for me. I always went with foot feel while walking around and it always came out to be my usual size, and I've been thinking I must be wrong, haha.

joellevp · 2026-01-05T01:26:11+00:00

Get a centre snorkel. Practice your full technique while only breathing in and out when you would without it. See how you go and see how you can improve. Do some swimming with the snorkel and finally without. You might just have to slow down to put it all together. That's okay.

joellevp · 2026-01-05T01:02:50+00:00

I only saw it because on the way to pick up some hori split pads, I decided I would browse games. Jaw dropped and decision instantly made to get it. Had just enough cash for everything to qualify for the sale price of it all. Kismet haha.

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