Comments on: The Frugal Introvert: Fifty Ways to Have Fun By Yourself on the Cheap http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/ Simple, applicable personal finance advice for the modern world Sat, 21 Nov 2009 22:03:21 -0800 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 hourly 1 By: mariah http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-352233 mariah Tue, 12 Aug 2008 12:18:01 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-352233 Thanks so much for the list - the MIT suggestion alone rocked my day. I've wanted to learn Physics, but am a dunce in all math related subjects - so maybe I'll do the intro to Physics alone! ONE suggestion to do is go on Yahoo Answers and pick a favorite topic and share your wisdom with the masses! I love to explain things and I'm completely opinionated, so this website is tons of fun. I answer some questions to help others and other questions like Polls and Surveys I do just for silly fun. I love your Blog, Trent!!! =) Thanks so much for the list – the MIT suggestion alone rocked my day. I’ve wanted to learn Physics, but am a dunce in all math related subjects – so maybe I’ll do the intro to Physics alone!

ONE suggestion to do is go on Yahoo Answers and pick a favorite topic and share your wisdom with the masses! I love to explain things and I’m completely opinionated, so this website is tons of fun. I answer some questions to help others and other questions like Polls and Surveys I do just for silly fun.

I love your Blog, Trent!!! =)

]]> By: Jeff http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-350985 Jeff Sun, 10 Aug 2008 18:30:55 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-350985 Pandora is an excellent music suggestion sight as well. Pandora is an excellent music suggestion sight as well.

]]> By: Photographers Sheffield http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-350736 Photographers Sheffield Sun, 10 Aug 2008 10:07:36 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-350736 Liking the list, especially point 23, I have just bought myself a guitar! That should keep me occupied for a while! Neo Liking the list, especially point 23, I have just bought myself a guitar! That should keep me occupied for a while!

Neo

]]> By: Sally Villarreal http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-350696 Sally Villarreal Sun, 10 Aug 2008 08:42:53 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-350696 These are great ideas. I think one good thing to keep in mind is to take a close look at the "toys" you have already. Like kids, we often lose interest or forget if we have a lot of something (DVDs, books, board games, puzzles, gadgets, video games or in my case, yarn.) Find something that you haven't used yet or haven't used in a while. It will seem new again. These are great ideas. I think one good thing to keep in mind is to take a close look at the “toys” you have already. Like kids, we often lose interest or forget if we have a lot of something (DVDs, books, board games, puzzles, gadgets, video games or in my case, yarn.) Find something that you haven’t used yet or haven’t used in a while. It will seem new again.

]]> By: cindy http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-350352 cindy Sat, 09 Aug 2008 21:24:19 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-350352 GREAT List! Thanks for taking the time to tell us about all these great ideas. As soon as I have time I'm going to try a bunch of them. GREAT List! Thanks for taking the time to tell us about all these great ideas. As soon as I have time I’m going to try a bunch of them.

]]> By: Mollie http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-349620 Mollie Fri, 08 Aug 2008 16:17:03 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-349620 Oooo, oooo, do one for families with small kids! Pretty please!!! Oooo, oooo, do one for families with small kids! Pretty please!!!

]]> By: Jeremy W. http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-349556 Jeremy W. Fri, 08 Aug 2008 12:54:58 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-349556 what is the benefit of juice over itunes for podcasts? what is the benefit of juice over itunes for podcasts?

]]> By: Lynne http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-349387 Lynne Fri, 08 Aug 2008 05:48:52 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-349387 I liked the list very much. I also live in in area where you can go to a number of museums & art galleries free. Of course the library always has things going on, many churches have sales, special events, etc. that anyone can attend. How about the farm market (free samples) and the flea market. You don't have to buy. Go to the park, ride a bike, or go rollerblading. Sometimes the auto dealerships offers free hotdogs/hamburgers, sodas & chips just for coming by & looking at their inventory. Bookstores have authors visiting and talking about their latest novel.Radio stations often have events that are free. Keep your eyes and ears open and there should be plenty of things you can find to do in your own area that are free or nearly so. All of the above can be done solo, but perhaps the main priority should be making some friends to share activities with. I liked the list very much. I also live in in area where you can go to a number of museums & art galleries free. Of course the library always has things going on, many churches have sales, special events, etc. that anyone can attend. How about the farm market (free samples) and the flea market. You don’t have to buy. Go to the park, ride a bike, or go rollerblading. Sometimes the auto dealerships offers free hotdogs/hamburgers, sodas & chips just for coming by & looking at their inventory. Bookstores have authors visiting and talking about their latest novel.Radio stations often have events that are free. Keep your eyes and ears open and there should be plenty of things you can find to do in your own area that are free or nearly so. All of the above can be done solo, but perhaps the main priority should be making some friends to share activities with.

]]> By: Arlene http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-349173 Arlene Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:39:06 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-349173 Silverbolt, Social anxiety and introversion are not the same thing. Nor is introversion the same thing as shyness. Introversion is an inborn temperment. Social anxiety is an anxiety disorder. Most of the truly great authors and scientist of the world have been introverts (can you imagine a truly extroverted person sitting by themselves for hours at a time writing or working on scientific discoveries?). Introversion and extroversion are about where you go to get your energy. Introverts need to be alone to be energized, extroverts need to be around people to be energized. But, it's NOT about any kind of disorder or dysfunction. Anyone interested should check out "The Introvert Advantage" by Marti Laney. Silverbolt,

Social anxiety and introversion are not the same thing. Nor is introversion the same thing as shyness. Introversion is an inborn temperment. Social anxiety is an anxiety disorder. Most of the truly great authors and scientist of the world have been introverts (can you imagine a truly extroverted person sitting by themselves for hours at a time writing or working on scientific discoveries?). Introversion and extroversion are about where you go to get your energy. Introverts need to be alone to be energized, extroverts need to be around people to be energized. But, it’s NOT about any kind of disorder or dysfunction.

Anyone interested should check out “The Introvert Advantage” by Marti Laney.

]]> By: sylrayj http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-349012 sylrayj Thu, 07 Aug 2008 19:02:22 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-349012 Sort all of those bookmarks that were interesting - make sure the links work, gather them into an order that makes sense to you, etc. Can also be used for those amazing cool pictures that were saved, notepad files, etc. :) Sort all of those bookmarks that were interesting – make sure the links work, gather them into an order that makes sense to you, etc. Can also be used for those amazing cool pictures that were saved, notepad files, etc. :)

]]> By: kathee http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-348956 kathee Thu, 07 Aug 2008 17:38:38 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-348956 Great list! I'm challenged to complete the list! Great list! I’m challenged to complete the list!

]]> By: Bobarino http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-348944 Bobarino Thu, 07 Aug 2008 17:09:48 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-348944 How about learning Linux or one of the BSDs? They're free and there's lots of free documentation online for them. It's a great way to put an old computer to use and you'll learn a lot about how different operating systems function. How about learning Linux or one of the BSDs?
They’re free and there’s lots of free documentation online for them.
It’s a great way to put an old computer to use and you’ll learn a lot about how different operating systems function.

]]> By: Elaine http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-348911 Elaine Thu, 07 Aug 2008 16:39:46 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-348911 The other day my sons (11 and 8 yrs) announced they were going to "parkour" to the park 3 blocks away. I didn't know what they were talking about -- Now I get it and will give them other creative destinations when I hear the end of summer "mom, we're bored." The other day my sons (11 and 8 yrs) announced they were going to “parkour” to the park 3 blocks away. I didn’t know what they were talking about — Now I get it and will give them other creative destinations when I hear the end of summer “mom, we’re bored.”

]]> By: Nebula http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-348871 Nebula Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:17:21 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-348871 How about learn a foreign language? That not only is fun and makes you exercise different parts of your brain but it's also a useful skill that might help you get a better job some day. How about learn a foreign language? That not only is fun and makes you exercise different parts of your brain but it’s also a useful skill that might help you get a better job some day.

]]> By: constant learning http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-348864 constant learning Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:03:45 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-348864 How about learning another language? I love Transparent Language (http://www.transparent.com)- they have free downloadable software for a number of languages to give you practice with basic vocabulary. Plus there are several language blogs with details about language and culture. How about learning another language? I love Transparent Language (http://www.transparent.com)- they have free downloadable software for a number of languages to give you practice with basic vocabulary. Plus there are several language blogs with details about language and culture.

]]> By: Tracey http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-348828 Tracey Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:12:30 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-348828 Wonderful and inspiring list, Trent. I love the idea of seeking out quiet spaces in public places. I ran across a beautiful willow tree near a little used walking path the other day. I can't wait to go back with a picnic blanket and a good book. Origami is also fun and inexpensive. Along with learning to play an instrument, stretch your always available one...your voice...sing, practice diction and elocution, learn to mimic a favorite character, work on your joke delivery. Memorize something - a passage from a play, bible verses, a poem, important phone numbers Wonderful and inspiring list, Trent. I love the idea of seeking out quiet spaces in public places. I ran across a beautiful willow tree near a little used walking path the other day. I can’t wait to go back with a picnic blanket and a good book.

Origami is also fun and inexpensive.

Along with learning to play an instrument, stretch your always available one…your voice…sing, practice diction and elocution, learn to mimic a favorite character, work on your joke delivery.

Memorize something – a passage from a play, bible verses, a poem, important phone numbers

]]> By: LC http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-348826 LC Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:09:19 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-348826 Thank you for the MIT site. How cool is that, education for free. Thank you for the MIT site. How cool is that, education for free.

]]> By: Matt http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-348823 Matt Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:04:23 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-348823 Wow. Great list. Great to see all of the activities you can do for entertainment that don't cost a huge amonut. Wow. Great list. Great to see all of the activities you can do for entertainment that don’t cost a huge amonut.

]]> By: Jak http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-348810 Jak Thu, 07 Aug 2008 13:35:28 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-348810 http://www.staugustinepics.com/ 15. Start a blog on a topic that fascinates you. 18. Tour your neighborhood on foot. 44. Take some digital photographs and share them online. I combined the 3 of these awhile back and now have a photo blog covering the nations oldest city, St. Augustine Florida. Everyday a new picture is posted from this small town. Highly recommend others to do the same. St. Augustine Pics... and it forces me to use a camera I had been neglecting. http://www.staugustinepics.com/

15. Start a blog on a topic that fascinates you.
18. Tour your neighborhood on foot.
44. Take some digital photographs and share them online.

I combined the 3 of these awhile back and now have a photo blog covering the nations oldest city, St. Augustine Florida. Everyday a new picture is posted from this small town. Highly recommend others to do the same.

St. Augustine Pics… and it forces me to use a camera I had been neglecting.

]]> By: Nick in Louisville http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/comment-page-1/#comment-348797 Nick in Louisville Thu, 07 Aug 2008 13:10:10 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2008/08/06/the-frugal-introvert-fifty-ways-to-have-fun-by-yourself-on-the-cheap/#comment-348797 Trent - I've actually learned to solve the Rubik's cube in the past couple weeks and have been practicing "speed cubing". Do you time yourself when solving? The fastest I've gotten is 2 minutes, 41 seconds, but my goal is to get under a minute and a half... Trent – I’ve actually learned to solve the Rubik’s cube in the past couple weeks and have been practicing “speed cubing”. Do you time yourself when solving? The fastest I’ve gotten is 2 minutes, 41 seconds, but my goal is to get under a minute and a half…

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