Weekend update

[fuzzyred]

My weekend has involved rather a lot of old Bob Ross episodes. And along with wondering how Shiv would react to Bob Ross (or the Terramagne equivalent), I find myself wishing that Bob Ross could have taught something other than painting. He has such a calm, mellow voice, a subtle but interesting sense of humor and so much knowledge about painting. This makes him entertaining to watch, and probably a great resource for doing oil paint landscapes, but if could have thrown in some tips on coping techniques, or time management or how to plan weekly meals or something, I would find it 100 times more useful.

Other than using Bob Ross as a coping technique, does anyone one know of any resources that teach emotional skills, or generally how to be a functional adult? A friend mentioned considering a therapist, but I'm not sure that's what I need, or if I'm ready to take that step. And I learn by example infinitely better than I do by trial by fire where I have to figure it out on the fly, by myself.

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[siliconshaman]

Fairly sure that there are youtube videos covering the multitude of 'how to adult' subjects. With variable degrees of ASMIR like properties.

[fuzzyred]

ASMIR? And thank you for the reminder. I also forget bout youtube as more than a source for music (and Boss Ross videos XD ).

[siliconshaman]

ASMR [dunno where the extra I came from] Autonomous sensory meridian response Bob Ross has been described has having that effect.

[fuzzyred]

Ah yes, I have heard that term. Gentle thunderstorm sounds have a similar effect to Bob Ross for me, they are less interesting.

[technoshaman]

I don't remember if I pointed you at my favourite rain generator?

https://mynoise.net/NoiseMachines/rainNoiseGenerator.php

Also, you can just google this one: Purrli. The Internet Cat.

[fuzzyred]

Yes, indeed you did. I liked being able to adjust the rain. I did manage to find a suitable youtube video that will play on my TV though, one with thunder but not harsh, unexpected bangs.