What is a personal skill worth learning?

Blerks · 2016-06-07T04:14:57+00:00

Pick up skills that interest you enough that you'll be happy working hard to get better at them, or skills that aid with self-sufficiency like cooking.

I'd recommend an instrument if you want something artsy... guitar is common but they're cheap, portable, and popular, and you can have fun playing alone.

But yeah, your choice really depends on what interests you and what you have the space/resources/time to do.

fnordsnord · 2016-06-07T04:35:54+00:00

Plumbing. No - it doesn't raise your SMV. It helps your MMV a LITTLE. But mostly it makes you feel independent and saves you a ton of money over your lifetime.

HookersAndBlow4ME · 2016-06-07T09:11:55+00:00

I play acoustic guitar, it's great cuz you can bust it out when peeps are over at your house drinking at night and the girls get wet from seeing your confidence.

adam_varg · 2016-06-07T11:57:07+00:00

You should know how to do maintanance and basic repairs around house, apartment, car and computers.

A_Crabby_Patty · 2016-06-07T13:40:57+00:00

Golf. Always walk the course and carry your own bag.

It takes great skill, discipline, and work ethic. It also allows you to put your damn phone down for 5 hours. With the handicap system, you can objectively measure your improvement.

ElCthuluIncognito · 2016-06-07T04:16:40+00:00

I'd argue any skill is a good skill.

Beyond personal preferences, things that produce something are definitely top of the list. All of those you mentioned are all fairly good choices. Not necessarily because they make you useful, but because you can also sell this skill potentially in the future, or simply have something you have a personal connection with and are proud of (as with woodworking, art, etc.) These skills are the gift that keep on giving.

This is all ignoring social skills, which are definitely far and away at the top, but to a point where they are a staple skill that everyone needs to develop.

psyflux · 2016-06-07T12:16:58+00:00

Wardobe maintenance - Ironing, sewing, shining shoes, etc.

Koalasonfire · 2016-06-07T13:48:03+00:00

Cooking is something I'd say we should all get at least competent at.

brandor77 · 2016-06-07T16:07:59+00:00

Beyond the obvious lessons in self-defense, learning a martial art has a quite a few benefits. Among them:

Getting your mind in touch with your body
Competitive hobby, but everyone is working toward a common goal
Learn to size people up, and know when you are being sized up
All the confidence and health benefits of the self-discipline required

Title	What is a personal skill worth learning?
Author	solidsnork
Upvotes	3
Comments	9
Date	June 7, 2016 3:30 AM UTC (10 years ago)
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