Curious · by Huy Le · 2026-09-21

I finally understand why Curious people care about learning on a budget

My current rule is simple: if it takes less than 6 minutes to prepare, I am much more likely to keep doing it.

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.

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Nusrat Akter · 10 likes

I would push back gently on the people part. The São Paulo example makes it feel concrete.

Ananya Rao · 6 likes

I am saving this for the next time I overthink curious. That is the kind of detail beginners miss.

Tanvir Rahman · 5 likes

I am saving this for the next time I overthink learning. Honestly, the simplest version wins for me.

Rapid Otter · 3 likes

Beautifully put. I needed that reminder today. My friend tried it in Manila and had the opposite result.

Camila Rocha · 0 likes

I am stealing that phrase.

Léa Bernard · 1 likes

I wish more posts had this much context.

Huy Le · 3 likes

The best answer in the thread, honestly.

Priya Nair · 1 likes

Appreciate the nuance.

Mariam Said · 0 likes

There is a hidden assumption here that not everyone shares. The social part surprised me too.