I’ll check out Noice, thank you for the recommendation! Not a big fan of rain sounds due to bad experiences, but certainly other white noise, and “ADHD” Playlists with no lyrics are really helpful for concentration sometimes.

Then = 2 hours later.

I just found it funny that for such a serious statement they chose to accompany it with that image.

For a minute I thought this was /2meirl4meirl

Same, I don’t understand how others can do it, I’ve tried forcing myself but no luck. I work in silence most of the time.

Ganon looks so much like Roy, whom I rescued years ago, but had to rehome. I’m sorry for your loss.

I pictured one with “This isn’t a house, it’s a House” With a portrait of Hugh Laurie to the side.

If one is not inclined to social gatherings but still feel a need for something to signal this passage (or any other), a good option is to perform a personal ritual of choice.

Human brains seem to be inclined to appreciate symbolism.

I blame Yoda for their “do or do not; there is no try” maxim.

If you use it frequently, and have money to spare for that (after maybe considering other projects that may better align with you personally), yes.

I donate a small amount every year. Before now, I had not given much thought about its internal politics or whether they really need it to stay afloat (my contribution is too small to make a difference anyway).

To me, it’s more of a way of being thankful for having ad-free content with a good enough material.