This post shows why programming as a career overall sucks. Sure it’s great if you really enjoy programming. However, staying relevant to earn a decent living your entire life is difficult.
I enjoy letter-writing. So should I go on writing physical letters to everyone today? Moving with technology is essential, not just for developers, but for public as well. The trap is that we have to do it even if we don't want to. E.g: your neighbor country has nukes and you don't.
Nothing new that would utilize any brain to identify new patterns. Mostly what I always listen to. Otherwise, Lofi. Nothing with vocals (expect the songs I already know) to distract me.