Curious · by Bilal Raza · 2026-09-06
A tiny story about jollof rice, Lisbon and timing before coffee
I tried this in Warsaw with a friend and we both noticed the same thing: the social part mattered more than the perfect plan.
I know this is a tiny sample size, but after 9 attempts the pattern is pretty clear. When I keep the setup simple, I actually follow through.
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Kabir Khan · 52 likes
Beautifully put. I needed that reminder today. Honestly, the simplest version wins for me.
Noor Janssens · 17 likes
This has cozy competence written all over it. I would love to see a follow-up after 4 weeks.
Paolo Garcia · 8 likes
Wonderful detail. It makes the whole thing feel real. It reminds me of a very specific conversation near the train station.
Luciana Vargas · 3 likes
Honestly, great taste. The low-effort version is probably the keeper. I appreciate when people separate evidence from speculation.
Paolo Garcia · 1 likes
Do you think this would work in a smaller place than Kuala Lumpur? That is the kind of detail beginners miss. This would be a great classroom example.
Camille Dubois · 1 likes
Agree completely. The simple version is underrated. My friend tried it in Berlin and had the opposite result. Now I want to read the paper behind it.
Mango Atlas · 1 likes
There is a hidden assumption here that not everyone shares. The 2-minute rule is underrated.
Maja Wiśniewska · 0 likes
Agree completely. The simple version is underrated. I noticed the same thing in São Paulo.