I want to take a class. What should I take?

@raydene (9871)
United States
October 6, 2012 11:10am CST
So I'll soon be 62. Disabled but mobile. Love and am good at many crafts. Like to read. Have many interests. I feel I need to stimulate my brain. So what class should I take? Thanks
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@ajlasent (536)
• Philippines
6 Oct 12
Hello! :) If you enjoy reading, maybe you could learn how to speak a new language? I know people say that language learning is best for young learners, but it can be a great way to stimulate your brain. For something that has products in the end, maybe you could try pottery or painting perhaps? They're also said to be great stress relievers. Good luck with your class!:D
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@raydene (9871)
• United States
6 Oct 12
That's a good idea. I have taken Spanish in HS and college but would love to learn old scottish or irish gaelic. Hummm now you have me thinking. Thanks xoxoxo
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@raydene (9871)
• United States
6 Oct 12
I'm not sure about Chinese. It may be more of a challenge then I'm ready for! I've heard it's extremely hard to learn. Do you speak it? oxxo
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@ajlasent (536)
• Philippines
6 Oct 12
wow, both are interesting choices... :D might i suggest Mandarin Chinese? with all their characters, i'm sure you'll be exercising your mental faculties... :) you're welcome! i'm glad you considered my suggestion. :D
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@Asylum (47893)
• Manchester, England
6 Oct 12
As has already been intimated, it is very difficult to advise on a subject because I have no knowledge of what would interest you. Interest is the main key here because it will be far easier to learn if you enjoy the subject, and it would also serve a greater purpose knowing something that you are more likely to use.
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@raydene (9871)
• United States
6 Oct 12
Hi Asylum, I have too many interests!! I'm overwhelmed with all the things I like. That along with being a bit adhd.. Thanks for your comment. oxxo
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@GemmaR (8517)
6 Oct 12
It is great that you have decided that you should take a class. Have you ever thought about taking some kind of design class? That way you would be able to make the most of your skills at crafting and you would enjoy it as well. It sounds as though you are really interested into creative things so maybe painting would be something for you. If not, then things like cooking would be interesting because it is always nice to be able to find new things to cook that you've never been able to before, and you would be able to show your friends and family what an amazing cook you were.
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@raydene (9871)
• United States
6 Oct 12
Hi GemmaR That's another thought. I'm not sure the local college has one. Since I'll not be going for credit I'll have to see what is available to audit. Thanks oxxo
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@anurag3786 (6267)
• India
6 Oct 12
I think you should take class of your own interest. Because if you take class of your own interest then you can make it more effective by your variations. As you say that very soon you will be 62 years old then I want to say that you may take yoga class. Because at this age you need to fit your body. And if you know all about Yoga then you can take class also.
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@raydene (9871)
• United States
6 Oct 12
That's a thought! Yoga and Tai Chi are both things I've done for years but maybe I should take another form. Thank you oxxo
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@natliegleb (5175)
• India
6 Oct 12
take class on your favorite subjects and whichever pleases you the most anytime for sure
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@raydene (9871)
• United States
6 Oct 12
That is good advice but I'm not sure what! I just can't think what I want to learn about. Thanks natliegleb oxxo
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• United States
6 Oct 12
Have you thought about taking any art classes at an art institute? Most you can do online from the comfort of your own home. My husband attends an art institute from home and he loves it. He is studying media arts and animation, but there are all different types of art classes that you can take. Especially with you being a crafty person. They send you materials in the mail to work with. You can draw, paint, computer graphics. I've watched some of the animated stuff that they can do on the computer in photo shop and other programs, and that is definitely enough to stimulate your mind! Good Luck =)
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@raydene (9871)
• United States
6 Oct 12
Hi MsControversy To be truthful I have taken many art classes and can't think of one that I've missed. We have local colleges that I'll probably use. I would like to learn more about photo shop type programs. Sounds like your husband is enjoying his experience with the classes. Thank you for your ideas. oxxo
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@GardenGerty (156833)
• United States
7 Oct 12
I was thinking today that I might like to take a class on upholstery. I have taken med related classes and I thoroughly enjoyed them. I love going to school. Maybe you should take some kind of an animal first aid class or husbandry class. You have always had a passion for animals.
@ElicBxn (63194)
• United States
7 Oct 12
Maybe a creative writing class? Or how to do a new craft? Or, how about hanging out here on the lot for a while?
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@BarBaraPrz (45133)
• St. Catharines, Ontario
7 Oct 12
RAYDENE!!! Where have you been? Good to have you back. I second Elic's suggestion of hanging out on the 'Lot more. (Please explain about the disabled part.)
@Hatley (163781)
• Garden Grove, California
6 Oct 12
hy raydene You are back? you were here about when I s tarted.'any way I think any classes about computers and such would bve good to take I wo uld love to learn more about m y computer.
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@Canellita (12029)
• United States
14 Oct 12
Based on your post I would say you could take a computer class, an art class, a writing class, or something that had a local focus like a history class.
@lacieice (2060)
• United States
6 Oct 12
hello raydene...I wanted to make some suggestions for you, so I went to your profile page to get an idea of you, but found it impossible to read. Not sure if you were aware of this, or maybe that's the way you want it, but thought I'd let you know. You mentioned that you have all the degrees you want, but I have no idea what they are or what your career is or was. My favorite classes when I went to college were psychology related, but you probably already did that. Since you seem to like being creative, how about interior design, or perhaps get into real estate? The choices are many.
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@mythociate (21438)
• Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
6 Oct 12
Look into the math- or sciences-catalogs: subjects where there's always a "right" (that doesn't hinge on 'how people feel about it') Which math or science interests you?
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• Philippines
6 Oct 12
Hmm have you thought of something that you you didn't know yet but would love to learn it? :)
@Cutie18f (9551)
• Philippines
6 Oct 12
Don't you want to develop your speaking skills? Find a Toastmasters' club in your area and be a member there. You will meet new people and interact with them. You will be assigned to give and deliver speeches every meeting. That is very stimulating, isn't it?