What did you always want to learn but have never found the time for?
Jason Andries
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We all dream of learning a certain skill that we somehow never really find the time to learn.
I would love to be able to produce music, but I never really found the time to do so and figure it all out.
What's yours?
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Monika Staponkute@deleted-4877042
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@monika_myzenteam Nice, I'm actually learning how to do that right now!
@jason_andries1 have you found any helpful tutorials? I've only found either super basic ones that explain how the buttons on the controller work or the advanced ones where they are doing a great job but I don't understand what's happening haha
@monika_myzenteam I've been lucky enough that some friends of mine are advanced and helped me out in the beginning because the tutorials are indeed either very basic or quite complicated. I've heard good things about 'We Are Crossfader' but they're on the pricey side of all the courses I've come across. What type of music would you like to mix?
@jason_andries1 super lucky indeed! i need new friends :D
i'm into house and techno mainly. you?
@monika_myzenteam I started learning during the pandemic, but it has sense fallen to the wayside. I would highly recommend just watching a lot of videos by Dj Carlo on YouTube. This will let you get an idea of how lots of transitions and techniques work and how they can be used together. You don't really need a tutorial on each of these, just an solid awareness of what's possible and the ability to hear a cool transition or effect and make a knowledgable guess as to how you'd pull it off yourself.
JavaScript. I know a little bit, but never really learned it properly.
I guess I won’t need to with no-code website builders like Webflow and Framer.
@adhamdannaway I honestly don't know much about coding but I think it will always be a valuable skill though
@adhamdannaway Same here. JavaScript has been on my back burner for several years. I know a bit but cannot fully utilize it the way I would like to.
@adhamdannaway if u want saas application then you do, check out freecodecamp and https://roadmap.sh/javascript
Foreign languages like Spanish, French, Italish.
@busmark_w_nika Learning a new language is one of the most valuable skills you can have in my opinion! I think learning one of them will make it easier to get the hang of the other ones as well because they're all Latin languages. I learnt French first and this made learning Spanish a lot easier for me. I even understand some Italian now, but can't speak it.
@jason_andries1 Yeah. And some languages are similar so it is easier to learn them.
@busmark_w_nika Same! I've been learning Spanish off and on for years but have never managed to become as fluent as I am in English
@busmark_w_nika @sandra_idjoski I'm lucky enough to have some Latinx friends that enable me to practice with them and keep my Spanish up to date. I'm obviously not as fluent as I am in English either, but small things like this really help to keep improving
graphic design =)
@rosette_ting1 I love graphic design! Is there any particular part you'd like to specialize in?
Palmistry & Hammock Weaving
Music.
I have listened and studied different genres for years, but spoken word beats them all.
Spoken word is music without a catchy chorus or ridiculous beat. It's just you, your listeners, and a smooth moment of synergy.
And after you get your first head nod or shout --- it's addicting!
@jason_andries1 capella and poetry. Today's music seems a bit off in terms of creating stories. It's killing brain cells in our future generations lol
Programming
@johnathan_kimbrough That's a valuable skill that I wish I had the time/courage to learn.
I always wanted to go back to school but I had to work. So when the time comes and I have the leisure of that extra time, I will surely take criminology or forensic psychology.
@sharon_paunan Interesting choice, that's definitely a whole different thing than community management! What kind of job would you like to pursue with that kind of education afterwards?
@jason_andries1 I have always been a people person so community management and leadership is close to my heart. As I am also a person who has a very curious mind, I would like to know more about solving a crime. I think we need more of those specialists here in the Philippines, and it would really be so cool to be one. But yeah, still a dream and I am not getting any younger. But who knows? :)
@sharon_paunan Always stay curious, it's an amazing gift. I've been told you're never too old to learn something new. ;) Good luck!
It could be better to ask about books)) that you wanted to start "but have never found the time for?"
@gleb_slonimskiy That could be an interesting discussion as well. I have tons of books that are on my list but haven't had the time to read yet
Drums, have been always postponing it. maybe 2023 is the year!
Skiing!
But that's also partially because I spent most of my life in Singapore and India...
@gaurangt1 I've tried skiing and it's definitely a lot harder than it looks lol. Do you have indoor ski slopes over there to give it a first try? It's not the same as the mountains but it's a start 😄
There is one thing that I have always wanted to learn but have never found the time for: riding a motorcycle. Growing up, I was always fascinated by the freedom and adventure that seemed to come with being able to hop on a motorcycle and hit the open road. I remember watching motorcycle enthusiasts ride by, the wind in their hair and the sun on their faces, and feeling a sense of longing and envy.
As I got older, I kept telling myself that I would eventually learn how to ride a motorcycle, but somehow, life always seemed to get in the way. Between work, family commitments, and other responsibilities, there was always something more pressing that needed my attention.
But even though I never found the time to pursue my dream of learning to ride a motorcycle, it is still something that I think about from time to time. Maybe one day, when I have a little more free time on my hands, I will finally take the plunge and learn how to ride. Until then, I'll have to content myself with the memories of what could have been.
@hemantwarier Definitely try to find the time if it's a childhood dream, it's going to feel amazing riding for the first time! If you could pick any motorcycle, which one would it be?
@jason_andries1 If I had the opportunity to pick any motorcycle, I would definitely choose a cruiser bike. Cruiser bikes are known for their relaxed riding position, comfortable seats, and classic styling. They are perfect for taking long, leisurely rides and soaking in the scenery. Some of my favorite cruiser bikes include the Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail, the Indian Chief, and the Yamaha V-Star. All of these bikes offer a smooth and comfortable ride, and they have a timeless, iconic look that never goes out of style.
Playing piano, probably some day. I first need to buy one.
@joanduarte same here.. always high up on the list. Never took the time to learn it 🥹 yet...
@ish_atbp Mastering PS is definitely a valuable skill! It took me some time but YouTube is your best friend when learning any of the Adobe Creative Cloud programs. I've used online editors as well but it's just not the same as PS, it's still my favorite tool to edit pictures. In my opinion, some parts have gotten easier within PS as well because the software has gotten smarter.
@jason_andries1 I guess my challenge now would be giving time to actually learn it lol thanks for this!
I want to learn guitar, also never find the time to practice :-(
@rebeccatany That's something I've wanted to learn for quite a long time as well and I never find the time to practice either 😅
Music!
I've had lessons in guitar, ukulele, keyboard, and djembe (drum). But never had time to be consistent or practice.
@kshitij_product Wow that's quite a lot of different instruments! Do you still master the basics or did you lose it over time by not practicing?
WordPress pro 😒
Congratulations to you and your team!!