Maybe you could try some 'hobby' classes at a local adult ed. or art/craft program and find out if something "catches" your interest & gives you a jump start. Look for a scuba class, or club where you could learn more about it from those who do it (the enthusiasm could be contagious)---take a writing class (creative or otherwise), or join up with a local writer's group, keep trying things (could start with short classes, one night, a week, two, four etc)....-[volunteer? with your tech. knowledge you could be very valued, or it could be with a social service agency...other)]... ....community garden? club? snorkel.