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[jojoceanman]

I've been trying to find ways to relax. I'm not really any good at it. Just came back from being at sea for two weeks, isolated from society. It was extremely pleasant.

[ and around this point there some links to show photographs he had taken. all very pleasant... if you ignore the starfish eating a fish at the end. ]

Now I'm back and I find myself lost in society and its stresses. I work 12 hour days and sleep about 6 to 7. Research is my only outlet, my field being in Marine Biology. That and watching too much true crime dramas, but watching serials about betrayal and murder might not be a healthy way of de-stressing. Allegedly.

So I'm fielding suggestions. I'm sure you're all a very calm and collected bunch who can be of help.

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On an unrelated note: fish don't smoke. And never will. Evolution doesn't work that way.

[ callout because that's just one of his recent stresses. ]

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[14words]

i see giorno has been spreading this debate rather than resting.
or studying, for that matter. or sunday school.
at least you're a professional in the field.

[jojoceanman]

I apologize on his behalf for bothering you. He thinks he's clever. I don't think you will convince him to attend Sunday School any time soon.

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[tropism]

Yes, but: did you see what he sent me.

[damasks]

That turtle looks upset that its picture is being taken. What's the second one?

Also why isn't research relaxing? I think it is. [#notajoke]

[jojoceanman]

It's very relaxing, but it's also considered work. Workaholic behaviors are unhealthy. Allegedly.

The turtle was fine. Just not photogenic. The second photo is Eusmilia fastigiata - smooth flower coral, retracted. Didn't get a chance to photograph it feeding.

[crimeboy]

Well of course fish can't smoke, they live underwater! You can't keep a cigarette lit underwater!

Maybe video games? Ooor stargazing! Ever tried art? Or maybe take up a sport or art.

[jojoceanman]

I'm thankful for the sensible youth such as yourself, who understand these basic facts of nature.

All good suggestions. I do practice art to a degree. [ does it count if his Stand does all the work? he's going to rule a yes on that! ] Unfortunately I have proven to myself that I am horrible at video games, unless I cheat.

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[lizard]

Ugh, you're back? Great.

I'd like to continue visiting your fish even if my services are no longer required.

[jojoceanman]

Cheerful as ever. Thelonious and Trane told me they were well cared for. So did the fish.

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[ret2go]

You're not a pirate, are you?

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[jojoceanman]

Scientist. I'm not spirited enough for a pirate's life.

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[itssacrifice]

Ever considered taking up yoga? I've heard it can be quite relaxing.

[jojoceanman]

Not particularly. I work out a lot, but I've never contorted myself. You ever give it a go?

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[h2no]

DO YOU HAVE SOME KINDA UNDERWATER POWER?
BECAUSE THOSE PICTURES ARE REALLY GOOD.
I SPEND MOST OF THE DAY UNDERWATER FOR MY JOB, YOU CAN COME WITH IF YOU WANT. I WON'T BOTHER YOU.
JUST YOU AND THE FISH.

[jojoceanman]

I wish I did. I may consider leaving land all together. I can communicate with any marine life however.

[ he would be a fish. land is full of bullshit anyway. ]

The photos were taken while I went scuba diving. What's your job?

[ because this dude seems like an ocean man and those are the best kinds of dudes. ]

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[versusseeker]

anmls

[Yep. That's all you're getting.]

[jojoceanman]

Animals?

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[drizzle]

Jotaro, you're back! Glad to hear that your sea trip went well. Those pictures look so cool! Did you use your powers to get them or was the sea life very cooperative with you?

[She can't help enjoy the links to the pictures he has taken on his voyage. It was clear he had fun getting away from everyone. Too bad his idea of downtime sounded..........terrible.]

Have you ever taken a nap on a tree branch and looked up at the clouds? If you want some ways to destress, I really recommend it! I know it has helped a lot for me after losing my job and all.

And! Why would anyone think fish can smoke? That's just weird. I hope it isn't one of your scientist buddies said that, not even as a joke.

[jojoceanman]

Hello, and thank you, Nike. Most of them I had to sneak up and take by surprise. Despite my best intentions, not all creatures are receptive to a giant man with a large camera. The smoking fish is a terrible joke made only to torment me. Overall a success.

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I can't say I have. I don't relax easily - outside especially. Maybe not under a tree, but cloud watching could be a way to relax my mind. Fall into something larger than everything around us.

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[lempereur]

Your photographs are lovely. Perhaps you could build on that? When I am feeling overwhelmed, I always return to my art.

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[jojoceanman]

Thank you. I haven't done much photography since I prefer drawing out subjects, but you make a good point. Does the art help you find your center?

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[unbreaker]

[Sometime in the early afternoon the day after this is posted a certain uncle will be taking full advantage of the technological advancements made since 1999 and will have unexpectedly found a certain nephew's post on the network.

While Josuke reads everything Jotaro has written and he has more than a few suggestions for how to destress that he can offer up, there's one very important one he needs to get out of his system first...]

here's a great way to unwind, jotaro-san

don't swim with turtles who look like they're done with everyone's shit and wanna brawl

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[jojoceanman]

Hawksbill sea turtles are considered endangered. Not that they are cognitively aware of this, but if they're fed up with human's shit then that's why.

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[heliophilic]

I find punching people helps.

[jojoceanman]

Punching people helps extremely. It's a matter of finding the people who deserve that punch. Or boxing.

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[am_i_a_monster]

Fish don't smoke, but they can be smoked. What about cooking as a way of de-stressing? You have to eat anyway, so it doesn't really take any extra time. Music is a good way of de-stressing too. Or if you like hunting, go hunting.

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[jojoceanman]

Clever wordplay. I do listen to jazz often - my father was a musician, so I grew up with it. But I've never hunted before. I know you're good at it.

[ he still remembers how she tranquilized all those animals at the zoo when they met. fast and efficient. ]

[musclemothers]

Have you tried weed?

[jojoceanman]

I was waiting for someone to advise drug use. I'm not at all surprised it was you.

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[aloadeddie]

Nice photos. You ever thought about selling prints?

As for relaxation, I like gardening, and cooking. Doing something with my hands relaxes me. Or just a glass of scotch.

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[jojoceanman]

I take them for research purposes. I don't share often, but these came out nice.

[ he's giving being more of a social creature a shot in the dark. ]

Cheap canned beer is the only thing that suits my tastes. Anything harder and I start feeling depressed.

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[bindsthedead]

I've found meditation is helpful. Also practicing basic spells or sword forms, but I understand those aren't options for everyone.

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[jojoceanman]

Do you have any advice for quieting the mind then? I've tried it, but I tend to live inside my mind. Thoughts run in and they don't come out.