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Hey Beehaw!

I’m a burned out academic leaving the field. I’d like to learn something new as a means of recovery and healing from the trauma of this intense field. So, what should I learn? What do you recommend and where could I start?

That’s it. That’s my ask. Any and all recommendations welcome.

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[-] Kissaki@beehaw.org 4 points 1 month ago

Maybe one of origami, juggling, crocheting, playing an instrument, creating a website

[-] its_me_xiphos@beehaw.org 1 points 1 month ago

A ukulele rests in the corner of the flat that my kid uses for school music lessons. Cant hurt to fire up YouTube and try.

this post was submitted on 27 Feb 2026

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