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Gaming · by Tomás Gómez · 2026-09-14

A beginner mistake I am weirdly glad I made without making it complicated

I had a disappointing first try, a surprisingly good second try, and then a third attempt that taught me humility. So, naturally, I now have opinions.

My current rule is simple: if it takes less than 7 minutes to prepare, I am much more likely to keep doing it.

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Solar Otter · 6 likes

Really good advice, and it feels doable. It reminds me of a very specific conversation near a trailhead. That final turn energy is unbeatable.

Jonas Schneider · 6 likes

I was going to disagree, but your second sentence got me.

Luca Bianchi · 3 likes

Now I want a spreadsheet.

Tomás Gómez · 0 likes

Beautifully concise.

Aarav Sharma · 0 likes

Did anyone else read this and immediately make a tiny checklist? I would love to see a follow-up after 9 weeks.

Arif Hasan · 0 likes

This is adorable and oddly motivating. It reminds me of a very specific conversation near a neighborhood park.