During this holiday break I feel antsy now using my brain so I usually put together puzzles. Do you do the same or fully disconnect?

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I don't do puzzles but I am typically always doing something with my hands. I am a crafty person so I have been working on several different projects. Right now I am really into diamond painting.

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This sounds fun! I was thinking of redecorating some things around

I love puzzles! I am working through the NYT games archive - connections, crossword, spelling bee etc

I love NYT crossword puzzles!

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I do some reading, but when I have time off work I like to challenge myself in a different way and give my brain a break. I'll be working out a lot more than usual, and have some full-day cycling trips planned.

I love working out and do regularly so I usually dial it back during the holidays. I would love a good read tho

I’ve been doing miniature painting when I can

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