tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post3659745028833359903..comments2024-03-25T09:47:02.594+01:00Comments on LEADPLAGUE: Hobby mojo or how to make the best of our hobbyAsslessmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09475252828835332056noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-4190628135428824182018-08-28T16:21:46.997+02:002018-08-28T16:21:46.997+02:00Again ?Again ?Asslessmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09475252828835332056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-50059629144341694842018-08-28T16:21:27.887+02:002018-08-28T16:21:27.887+02:00Well that's the best thing I could read about ...Well that's the best thing I could read about it !Asslessmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09475252828835332056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-29941335105706541172018-08-28T16:21:08.839+02:002018-08-28T16:21:08.839+02:00You do have to find that balance and know where yo...You do have to find that balance and know where you want to get, the path will vary with time but the target must be clear I think. ^^Asslessmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09475252828835332056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-2739510310983824042018-05-31T01:22:08.073+02:002018-05-31T01:22:08.073+02:00Mec can you make an inspirational blog post that i...Mec can you make an inspirational blog post that is just videos of you dipping brushes into that gross mineral water and saying 'blooood reeeed' in an evil voice? Please mec please?Captain Crookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13731334952415370890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-34275427184962844012018-05-30T19:03:46.381+02:002018-05-30T19:03:46.381+02:00Another one for the Dad camp. I find I get slightl...Another one for the Dad camp. I find I get slightly irritated with some of my group who complain “I never have the time” when they are single and spend their time in front of the telly with a beer. I’ve a pregnant wife, 6 year old, a dog and full time job - but still make the time of an evening. <br /><br />Which is the difference - making the time, not finding it. <br /><br />I’m at the point now where if I don’t do a bit of hobby every day, I get a bit twitchy, even if it’s only a ten minute job like basing something. <br /><br />So, good post all round.Maurice Mickelwhitehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05415253943533672436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-15081374814716609052018-05-30T09:35:59.791+02:002018-05-30T09:35:59.791+02:00This is the perfect thing I needed to read in this...This is the perfect thing I needed to read in this moment of my life. :)<br /><br />Mercy.annagulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00277087608336014005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-59451936327974933762018-05-29T18:32:03.828+02:002018-05-29T18:32:03.828+02:00To me, finding a compromise between what you feel ...To me, finding a compromise between what you feel you can still do to improve a project and when you know you need to let go is the hardest part. FourEyedMonsterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18161202517627920103noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-26963930567491576352018-05-28T15:21:53.311+02:002018-05-28T15:21:53.311+02:00I get asked about that cock every time I share a W...I get asked about that cock every time I share a WIP picture ! ^^'<br />And of course I ran into that muletta like the fool I am. ^^<br />Asslessmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09475252828835332056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-82613779707204085702018-05-28T15:03:16.046+02:002018-05-28T15:03:16.046+02:00Cheers mate !
Although I'm not exactly in the ...Cheers mate !<br />Although I'm not exactly in the same position, I have a pretty good idea of what you mean, I know the feeling too well.<br />I've learnt early enough though that hobbies are havens where you have control over things, that makes them rewarding and soothing. They're like a sort of meditation for me and I know any loss of pace or motivation is due to external sources most of the time.<br />I also think finding our own compromise between quantity/quality/standard, wether you want to share or not projects is a tricky balance but once we find it it's way easier to feel good about what we do. It may sound a little like I'm seeking the most time efficient way (and it is to some extent) but it's mostly to limit frustration to the max.Asslessmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09475252828835332056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-51742016408372103832018-05-27T01:31:09.477+02:002018-05-27T01:31:09.477+02:00Fair enough! Thanks for taking my joke questions s...Fair enough! Thanks for taking my joke questions seriously ;) Thanks for the good article which is helping me think about motivation and enjoyment in my own hobby :)(Kym) + Warburton + (Classic40K) https://www.blogger.com/profile/17333928965917754588noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-7283564069729337992018-05-26T20:30:51.648+02:002018-05-26T20:30:51.648+02:00Fantastic article JB, something I really need to k...Fantastic article JB, something I really need to keep reaching for is seeing the positive of what I've achieved so far.<br /><br />I think the "no hobby mojo" or "hobby burnout" statements really mean a lot of different things to a lot of different people.<br /><br />You already know from things I've written in the past on my blog that I suffer quite badly from Chronic Depression. These hobbies have always been a wonderful thing for me, the joy of creativity, to escape into fantastical worlds, being a part of a friendly community, or just the sense of satisfaction and achievement at a project complete no matter how big or small.<br /><br />And with 3 children still at home and looking after 2 disabled adults I really need something of my own to balance my own mental energies. I think when I've used the terms "no hobby mojo" and "hobby burnout", it's not a statement about the hobby but my own mental state. I use them more like a short form for "My mind and emotions are so exhausted and strung out right now, that even this wonderful hobby is bringing me no joy or satisfaction at this very moment."<br /><br />But then I go away and do something else, maybe read a novel, a walk in the woods or watch a movie. Just something that will revitalise and rejuvenate my mental and creative energy, it in turn funnels straight back into my hobby when I go back to it. And now that my own home life is a bit more settled down and I've properly organised my hobby space, I think it's going to be easier to swing right back into projects.<br /><br />I think my main flaw is I get overly critical of myself and my hobby output. But after reading your article you've made me wonder. I'm going to have a look at what I've actually been up to recently and write it up on my blog, I think I might surprise myself.<br /><br />Once again, fantastic article JB. You are an inspiration :)Meandering Shadehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01724165815017869687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-40709407555826692782018-05-26T10:14:35.361+02:002018-05-26T10:14:35.361+02:00100% with you here, I put everything aside till th...100% with you here, I put everything aside till the kids are in bed, have the dishes done while they're having a shower/teeth cleaned so that once the story's been read, I have a clean house and can focus on whatever I feel like doing with a full evening ahead. ^^<br />The hobby is a form of meditation for me, it soothes and relieves of the stress, it's also the perfect occasion to really listen to music, listen to podcasts or good radio shows.Asslessmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09475252828835332056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-62569180997407962982018-05-26T10:11:52.535+02:002018-05-26T10:11:52.535+02:001) There isn't a wife for now but when there ...1) There isn't a wife for now but when there used to be one she didn't mind. The agreement was anything smelly (other than myself) and noisy was obviously taking part somewhere appropriate.<br />2) It's actually an adult cock and balls with a kid cock and balls. I haven't had a complain from anyone so far although the explanation has been a bit more tedious in some (rare) occasions.<br />3) It's a picture drawn by a valued friend and hence is a reminder of how lucky I am o have great people around. I can hardly se better motivation. ^^Asslessmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09475252828835332056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-62428786818684052462018-05-26T10:07:12.884+02:002018-05-26T10:07:12.884+02:00I'm aware it won't work for everybody but ...I'm aware it won't work for everybody but for some of us it does help.Asslessmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09475252828835332056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-30193782032850060122018-05-26T04:13:13.701+02:002018-05-26T04:13:13.701+02:00Well said. I'm also in the dad camp, put kids ...Well said. I'm also in the dad camp, put kids to sleep by 8pm, shower and then do hobby. I find that hobby time is important for many reasons, not least of which is to de-stress after a busy day, and let my creativity take over Anthony Bohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00430040709125380015noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-87099066417368922632018-05-25T22:34:55.719+02:002018-05-25T22:34:55.719+02:00Good stuff--everyone can take some wisdom from thi...Good stuff--everyone can take some wisdom from this and apply to themselves and their own situation. It does raise some questions though:<br />1. Your wife lets you have that in the bedroom? and,<br />2. Your wife lets you have a weird hand drawn picture of a cock and balls on your desk in the bedroom? and,<br />3. What role does the said hand drawn picture of a cock and balls play in the inspiration and motivation of the hobby output?(Kym) + Warburton + (Classic40K) https://www.blogger.com/profile/17333928965917754588noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-44955780921775540462018-05-25T11:58:39.784+02:002018-05-25T11:58:39.784+02:00Great Post! I like your philosophy of having lots ...Great Post! I like your philosophy of having lots of projects on the go, it's something I'm only just trying out intentionally. In the past lots of projects seemed like a bad idea because I dumped the old ones for the new, but now I'm going to try to get two distinct armies painted at the same time to avoid getting bored of one thing all the time. Lead Hoarderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00480206182496666877noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-16214992735881798052018-05-25T10:09:04.702+02:002018-05-25T10:09:04.702+02:00I'm planning on making it a bit less messy wit...I'm planning on making it a bit less messy with paint racks like I used to have, I'm getting there. It is crowded but not really messy, I never struggle to find anything and everything has its place.<br />I don't have that many half finished models on the go, just a lot of "ready to be picked" that often get pushed on the side by newcomers... ^^<br />But I do like to switch from one activity to another so I couldn't stand having just one project in front of me.Asslessmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09475252828835332056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-33111930233071051522018-05-25T10:06:21.402+02:002018-05-25T10:06:21.402+02:00Those are just excuses.Those are just excuses.Asslessmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09475252828835332056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-19699880300539955252018-05-25T10:05:35.105+02:002018-05-25T10:05:35.105+02:00You're putting your focus and energy where you...You're putting your focus and energy where you want it from what I can see, so I'm not worried in the slightest about you getting back on the tracks at full speed. ^^Asslessmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09475252828835332056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-77878480462056624912018-05-25T10:03:44.732+02:002018-05-25T10:03:44.732+02:00"Le mieux est l'ennemi du bien" in f..."Le mieux est l'ennemi du bien" in french yes, we are often our own worst ennemies.Asslessmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09475252828835332056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-75194851936463337172018-05-25T10:00:37.959+02:002018-05-25T10:00:37.959+02:00It goes to show a hobby is just that, something to...It goes to show a hobby is just that, something to make us feel better, seems perfectly normal to have a change in what you want to do, I don't think any of us hasn't had a pause at some point and there's only a certain time we can spend on hobbies without jeopardising the rest and you're spedning it on valuable activities.<br />I'm selfishly eager to se eyou back behind the brushes though. ;)Asslessmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09475252828835332056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-85122741808311265612018-05-25T09:01:18.685+02:002018-05-25T09:01:18.685+02:00Your hobbyspace gives me the heeby-jeebies! You&#...Your hobbyspace gives me the heeby-jeebies! You've only got a couple of square inches of clear space. quick count you've got ... ninety-something miniatures on the go there which is the bulk of your annual output. Of course, if you find it works for you then great.<br /><br />I find if I have too many half-finished figures in line-of-sight I get fidgety and start feeling overwhelmed at the number of projects still to tackle. Everything is routinely tidied away into the "trays of limbo" so I can focus on one thing to completion.Curishttp://www.ninjabread.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-14751703316493327132018-05-25T05:33:04.792+02:002018-05-25T05:33:04.792+02:00Only thing that keeps me from painting is my damn ...Only thing that keeps me from painting is my damn hemorrhoids.....aarrrggghhhhhh!!!!!!Mr Papafakishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05449586265828153638noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2221418482531324115.post-49076691648908544562018-05-24T22:01:21.018+02:002018-05-24T22:01:21.018+02:00Well said bud - my excuse was my job contract comi...Well said bud - my excuse was my job contract coming to an end with all the uncertainty that that entails and lack of a dedicated hobby space - also beer and very good weather recently ;)<br /><br />I now have secured a permanent contract doing the job I love and my shed just needs some more work benches and shelves building and hopefully some power hooking up to it soon and I can crack on with much belated BOYL preparations!Thantsantshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06902730729032525538noreply@blogger.com