To be on Your Own Pace

.
It will seem bizarre for many, but sure enough, I wanted to put it down in writing!


Keyboard

Several of my acquaintances work on a laptop or use a keypad. Being a software professional, I also spend a large part of the day on my computer. One thing that I wanted to pursue was to type my programming code fast, and I presume many other people strive to do the same too.

I did not do it early in my job, so five years back, during a long career break, I started using Ratatype (a website that teaches you touch-typing).

I dedicated one hour of my everyday life to the quest of achieving speed and multitasking agility.

And while at that pace, I didn't even look around!

Not to discourage anyone who still wants to learn touch typing. It is a one-of-a-kind of skill, and Ratatype is an excellent trainer. But, I figured out more cons than benefits towards attaining this skill. Instead of speedily typing, I was speedily marrying those drawbacks to my brain, and soon enough, I gave up Ratatype.

The first thing I realized after an hour on Ratatype - was that my fingers were very stiff. They were continuously resting in a fixed position, with all the joints locked in for a precise duration. Then, once my practice was over, I was doing everything to stretch my fingers, squeeze them and make them exercise.

Like now, I wanted to play the piano!

My eyes were also having trouble focusing. For an hour, I was looking at my laptop screen, focusing on one word after another and then sentences filling up sequentially for paragraphs. My eyes were constantly focusing on a fixed distance. When I tried to focus on some distant object in my room, it took me a while to clear up my vision.

So, eventually, I reasoned out that my profession or any other profession in such a case wouldn't demand typing alone. It will still need you to think, to read, to look around so that you can rejuvenate yourself. Why focus on one single skill that has notable drawbacks? I had velocity in so many other things in my life that this felt an unnecessary inclusion.

I want to look around and type along at my own pace. Break whenever my fingers long to, and move my focus on different objects in the room as my mind untangles the logic and technical aspects. So the best thing to do was to get back to my traditional look-typing speed so that the other necessities of my job requirements could fit in between my typing words. As, when, and where needed!

Well, all of this is just one popped-up kernel that needs your opinion! I did love to know if anyone has ever found touch typing as something you just couldn't have done without in your profession.

Now that I think more, maybe a data entry specialist!

By: Joyeeta Mukherjee

Disclaimer:
This article and the opinions expressed in it are personal opinions. It is not meant for imposing specific views or endorsing a particular way of life. Also please do ignore any errors or omissions that you might come across. We pledge to learn from them. Happy viewing.

Comments

pedja said…
It's great that you have figured out this in the beginning. I have spent too much time banging my head on the wall instead of just quitting.
August 14, 2023 at 7:23 AM
Fransic Verso said…
If I try and feel like it's not for me, I would have to accept it and find other skills. Great post and learned something from it.
August 14, 2023 at 12:06 PM
Catherine said…
Interesting read! I've never been required to know touch typing or be able to type fast for a job, but it definitely helps to be able to do so.
August 14, 2023 at 7:10 PM
Post a Comment

Popular Posts

Book Review: The Perfect Gift

Image
Who wouldn't love coloring, and that too, coloring one's perfect world? I t's a simple compilation that is unrestrained by its simplicity! "The Perfect Gift" allows readers to personalize the book to cater to their imagination and solace. That is where Lauren Persons has tingled the sense of wonderment for kids that can otherwise leave us adults clueless. What we love about this book is that it's not just about drawing and coloring. It also features a cue on every other page to tap into your imagination as you color your way through the story. It's a fun and engaging way to keep your kid evoked as she unwinds and unfolds. Click HERE to buy the book You can also by the book in L.H. Press How would you address those who argue that coloring books are marketed primarily to children, and that adults should engage in more intellectually stimulating routines? Well, you can hand them this book that lets a grownup ...
Read more

The Note on a LampPost

Image
I read about humanity and wanted to share it with you T oday, walking by the road, I saw a white note in a plastic bag. It was hanging from the lamppost. I went by the lamppost and read the words. It said, "I have lost a 50 dollar bill around somewhere here. If you find it, please can you return it to me." And then below it was an address. I went to that address and found a very old and feeble lady resting on the front porch. Hearing my rustle, she called out, "who is there?" I quickly went forward and told her I came to return her 50-dollar bill that I found by the lamppost. She instantly burst into tears and said that at least twenty other people had come to give her back the money and even so when she hadn't written the note on the lamppost. I insisted that she keep the $50 bill from me. She genuinely thanked me and brought me a glass of water from inside. When I was about to leave, she, in turn, requested that I tear up the note on the lamppo...
Read more

Nurturing Yourself Through Grief

Image
Healthful Healing After Losing a Child L osing a child is an incredibly painful experience. The level of grief that accompanies this profound loss can be overwhelming, completely exhausting your mind and body. While your grief may feel all-consuming, taking care of yourself and prioritizing your well-being is crucial to healing. Setting healthy goals can serve as a guiding light, providing you with a sense of purpose and a direction on which to focus your energy. In this article from Quotidian Tales , we’ll offer some small steps you can take to nurture yourself physically, emotionally, and mentally as you navigate your grief. Chase Your Professional Dreams Losing a child can prompt a shift in your sense of identity and purpose. Pursuing your professional dreams may be a good way to rediscover yourself and reconnect with your passions. For example, if you like the idea of working as an entrepreneur, consider channeling your grief into creative energy and starting a ...
Read more