Variation Venus

Soft Chaos, Media Obsessions, Fitness Experiments, and Everything in Between

Variationofvenus
Variationofvenus
@variationofvenus@variationvenus.com

I’m learning to be a better writer.

133 posts
0 followers
  • From Procrastination to Mastery: My Chapter‑by‑Chapter Plan for Hobbies

    I often jump into a new hobby without much planning. I get so enthusiastic about an idea or a new hobby that I just jump in. Like recently with learning how to make my own personal cloud. Because I’m so excited, I jump right in, but then I realize I don’t know enough about the…

  • My January so far: Self-Discovery, Homelabs, and Ebooks

    In January, the author engaged in personal introspection through self-created writing prompts, exploring intimate topics despite their private nature. They transitioned from Evernote to Joplin for better data control, experimented with local AI models, and began plans for a self-hosted eBook library while enjoying their new pocket-sized eReader.

  • Balancing Too Many Hobbies? Here’s Why I’m Focused on One Creative Goal (she lied)

    I shared on my webcomic, Crystal Visions, that I’m taking a little break to recharge. It’s been a real challenge trying to keep up with my comic and all my daily responsibilities. But I am determined to make it work! I’ve learned to squeeze in creativity during brief pockets of time, like drawing for just…

  • Bloganuary Isn’t Returning in 2026, So I’m Creating My Own Writing Path

    What is something others do that sparks your admiration? When people organize community events, I adore it. For example, WordPress ran a month-long challenge called Bloganuary a couple of years back, and that was a really fun event. During Bloganuary, bloggers take on the challenge of writing every day for the entire month of January.…

  • I don’t trust my Netflix choices.

    So, trusting instincts is tough, especially when a Netflix scroll can feel like an Olympic sport. I often add shows to my “Watch Later” list instead of actually watching them, making trailer binging my new favorite hobby. Ultimately, I end up in a long-term relationship with procrastination instead of diving into those ambitious series!