Another better approach could have been taking the opportunity and somehow making it work. Pulling all nighters and just somehow making everything work. That wreaks havoc my peace and daily routine but in the long term helps me level up.
I should have gone for it.

I don’t know when I will get it next time but when I do I know have to be ready.

I remember as a child, there were lots of time when I was without a phone, tv or other distraction and being bored was a common phenomenon. It’s just gone now. Is it just an adult thing ?

Novigrad in Witcher 3 is beautifully designed. Gives a feel of medieval life.