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Fixing small things. My friends or family need something fixed that doesn't require a professional. I like figuring out how to fix things or at least providing a temporary solution. I do it because I'm helping someone, also I'm building my skill set. A basic search of answers and videos teaching me how to do it properly most times is easy to find. If not I find a way to create a safe temporary solution until they can have one come in. Very fulfilling, especially if you like a challenge.
This is basically how I got into plumbing, turns out working for a company that doesn't snake drains makes the profession super interesting and varied such that it sated my adhd desire for novel experiences and problem solving.