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Funny · by Hana Choi · 2026-10-07

What I wish I knew before trying memes for absolute beginners

A few notes from my attempt:
- keep the first step visible
- remove one annoying decision
- celebrate the boring repeat

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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Quiet Mango · 5 likes

You explained the tradeoff really clearly.

Mara Fischer · 3 likes

Totally agree, especially for beginners.

Isha Menon · 0 likes

This is the gentle version of my rant.

Chloe Davis · 4 likes

This feels like advice from a patient friend. I would test it for 5 days before deciding.

Mateo Cruz · 2 likes

I appreciate the honest middle stage, not just the polished ending. I used to overcomplicate this constantly.

Hana Choi · 0 likes

I needed the reminder to start smaller.

Rachel Tan · 1 likes

This is the kind of useful internet I still show up for. I would write it down before changing anything else.

Chloe Davis · 3 likes

Short answer: yes. Long answer: also yes.

Rachel Tan · 2 likes

The Tuesday test is undefeated.

Rachel Tan · 1 likes

That is fair, but I still worry about maintenance.

Mariam Said · 1 likes

Anecdotally, this tracks with what I have seen. The Kuala Lumpur example makes it feel concrete.

Chloe Davis · 1 likes

Anecdotally, this tracks with what I have seen. The Mexico City example makes it feel concrete. I needed this reminder today.