Anyone here learned a new skill in the last six months worth mentioning?

[BiscuitTin]

Keeps coming up and I wanted to get some actual opinions.

For context I have been on forums for a long time and this comes up differently here than elsewhere.

Part of the reason I asked is because I would rather avoid wasting time going down the wrong route.

Appreciate any honest input

[Cobra69]

Keeps coming up and I wanted to get some actual opinions. For context I have been on forums for a long time and this comes up differently he

Yeah that is the sensible route. Worth trying before anything more drastic.

[codeberg]

That is pretty much what I found too. Should sort it if the basics are fine

[TheRock]

Not sure that captures the full picture for me. What I find interesting is what it chooses not to include as much as what it does.

Really good thread this.

[Jedi Poppy]

Picked up basic cooking beyond just "throw it in a pan and hope" and it changed daily life more than expected.

Started with learning how to properly season and control heat, which sounds simple but makes a huge difference.

Meals went from functional to actually enjoyable, and it's saved a decent amount of money too .

[Southern Joanne]

Got into touch typing after years of pecking at the keyboard.

It felt pointless at first, like relearning something already "good enough," but the speed and accuracy gains were real.

Now it's one of those invisible skills you stop thinking about but benefit from constantly.

[Highland Builder]

Learned some basic home repair stuff, like fixing a leaking tap and patching small wall damage.

Used to call someone for everything, now at least the small issues feel manageable.

YouTube tutorials carried hard on this one.

Confidence boost more than anything.

[TheRizz07]

Started practicing simple sketching, nothing fancy, just drawing everyday objects.

The interesting part wasn't the drawings themselves, but how it changed how things are noticed.

You start seeing shapes and light differently.

Makes the world feel a bit more detailed.

[Ranger]

Got better at saying "no" in a calm way.

Not a technical skill, but definitely learned.

Took a few awkward conversations to get there

Now it saves time and energy without burning bridges.

[Leo29]

Basic budgeting finally clicked after trying a few times before.

Instead of tracking everything, focused on just a few categories that mattered.

That simplification made it stick.

Sometimes less detail works better.

[Keira72]

Started learning a bit of a new language using short daily sessions.

Progress feels slow day to day, but looking back over a few months, it adds up.

Consistency seems to matter more than intensity here.

[SockPuppet]

Picked up simple stretching and mobility routines.

Didn't expect much, but it reduced stiffness and made sitting all day less of a problem.

It's one of those low-effort, high-return habits.

[Jason99]

Learned how to properly organize files and folders.

Sounds boring, but finding things instantly instead of digging around is a game changer.

Past self caused a lot of chaos

Fixing it felt very satisfying.

[Daemon64]

Started tracking habits in a very simple way, just ticks on a calendar.

Seeing streaks build up is surprisingly motivating.

No fancy apps needed.

[Vacant Niamh]

Got into basic photography, mostly learning how lighting works.

Even phone photos look better once you understand positioning and timing.

It's less about the camera and more about awareness.

[WearyCoder]

Started meal prepping simple lunches for the week.

Doesn't need to be elaborate, just consistent.

Saves time during busy days and avoids random food decisions.

[Arty Scout]

Learned to use keyboard shortcuts properly instead of relying on the mouse for everything.

Small efficiency gain that adds up quickly.

Now it feels slower going back to old habits.

[PlanetOftheApes]

Improved basic communication skills, especially listening.

Focusing on actually hearing people instead of waiting to respond changes conversations a lot.

Subtle but noticeable difference.

[Yasmin_63]

Learned how to back up data properly after almost losing everything once.

Now there's a simple system in place and no more stress about it.

One of those lessons learned the hard way

Worth it in the end.

[Always_Craig96]

Picked up basic breathing exercises for stress.

Didn't expect much, but it helps reset quickly in tense moments.

Feels almost too simple to work, but it does

[BankHolidayBlues]

Picked up journaling in a very low-pressure way.

No structure, just writing a few thoughts when needed.

Helps clear mental clutter without overthinking it.