Other than some autostart apps, you are free to do whatever you want. I actually like having at least 2 DEs, one generic with default settings and one customized for everyday use. Also, they should use different backends. Then if I completely mess up with my config, I've got a fallback.
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It does apply to a lot of other disorders and illnesses.
I do everything in my head. I write only the outcomes of parts of my calculations, to not forget them or do errors.
It's ok to feel uncomfortable and it's your right to talk with her and explain how you feel. In my opinion, she should be free to wear whatever she wants, when it doesn't bother others, but since she is not alone it's understandable that there should be some compromise.
I switched from Simple sms messenger to QKSMS. It's really nice.
I have to say it, Rufus.
Alternative to lively, screen play
I use lots of gimp and with time, surely you can get used to it, but generally, it's not a simple photo editor.
QubesOS is most likely overkill and it's probably not a good choice for beginners. Try Fedora, Manjaro, Pop OS, Elementary, Mint, Garuda or other more friendly distros. Just avoid plain Ubuntu & it's flavors. It's cancer nowadays.
Paint.Net is fully open source.
Ventoy is easy, but not perfect. I tried multum of unique images and it struggled hard. From openwrt to freedos to reboot of Hiren's boot cd, it just couldn't load them correctly.