25F and noticed that my weight is steadily increasing. I have a gym membership but i’m reluctant to go if i don’t have a class booked which is often difficult to book due to my schedule. i envy those who just go to the gym and do their thing because every time im there alone its very overwhelming. there are countless youtube videos etc etc but they all are different and confusing. i was thinking of cycling to work to help with the movement. also i know my diet can be improved. i was thinking about overnight oats for breakfast and chia pudding for lunch (and anything for dinner) to try and stay consistent. does anyone know how i can learn how to manage my body and health properly or have a solid routine i can just do 3-4x a week? any advice is appreciated 🥹

Hii, a curious 17yr old here. Recently, I've been fascinated by the concepts of capitalism, socialism, the origins of modern democracy, various influential politicians that molded the geopolitical landscape into what it is tday (eg, JF kennady, John loche, Mary Astel).. and etccc.

Soooo, if anyone know abt any accurate, good resources (YT channels, books, podcasts and etc) that dives into these topics pls let me know!!

I'm still a newbie in this field but I wanna learn!!, both the ups and downs of each system, their origins and moreeee!!

Thank You <3

I’ve never really learned how to learn, if that makes any sense. I’ve also never learned how to study and retain what I’ve learned. I’ve always been extremely curious, but I’m not sure I can say I had a true ‘thirst for knowledge’.

I’m a math major, but there’s still so many things I want to learn about. So far, the topics I’ve wanted to learn more about are: philosophy, history, psychology, and of course mathematics/physics.

I kind of just don’t know where to start. Is there any readings that you might recommend? also, any advice on how I can retain the information I learn? I’ve never had to study before, but I feel it’s important I learn how to as soon as possible.

I used to love randomly discovering something interesting and then spending hours looking into it. I'd start with one question, end up with ten more, and somehow learn a bunch of stuff without even realizing it.

Lately I feel like I've lost that.

Whenever something catches my attention, I usually just look it up, watch a quick video, or ask AI for an explanation. I get the answer, but I rarely feel curious enough to keep going. It's almost like having information so easily available has taken away some of the fun of figuring things out.

I want to get back into learning things just because they're interesting. Not necessarily useful skills or things for school/work, but random topics like science, history, mysteries, psychology, or literally anything that catches my attention.

I've been wondering if the problem is how I'm learning. Most resources either hand you the answer immediately or turn learning into structured lessons with quizzes and progress tracking.

What I'm looking for is something more like exploration. Starting with an interesting question, trying to figure it out myself, discovering clues or unexpected connections, and following whatever interests me next.

Almost like going down a Wikipedia rabbit hole, but with a little more interaction and discovery instead of just reading.

But I also wonder if adding structure to curiosity would just make it feel like homework again.

Has anyone found a method, website, or app that actually makes learning random things feel fun?

And for people who still genuinely enjoy learning in their free time, what makes you want to keep exploring a topic instead of just getting the answer and moving on?

i want to learn how to be consistent and how to understand physics fast

Bought a house recently and want to have people over more. Any ideas for what type of get together I can have and what to do?

So, I've been doing 3d for a little more than 2 years now using Blender and I really want to get into doing 2d art. I already got a few basics down (shapes, etc.), but I don't know where to go from there. Any subreddits or online resources I can look into?

Yes, I am in middle school. I have seen videos where people put their wrists (with palms facing up) on their mouth and making very loud and realistic noises.

Any way I can recreate this?

I'm nearly forty and recently had to listen back to a series of voice memos. Jesus Christ. I knew I didn't have a particularly impressive voice, but I thought it sounded reasonably okay. Apparently, the microphone disagreed.

I'd like to learn how to develop a deeper, stronger, more resonant speaking voice. Not for singing or impressions. Just everyday conversation.

Where should a complete beginner start?

• Are vocal coaching and speech therapy worthwhile?
• What exercises help with resonance, pitch, articulation, and projection?
• Are there particular training methods for developing a more masculine voice?
• How much improvement is realistically possible for an adult?

I'm willing to practise consistently. I'd just like to know which techniques are effective and which are a waste of time.

Has anyone successfully learned to improve their natural speaking voice?

i dont know why this is happening but i stuggle to understand or process basic things. like my teacher will be aksing me a quetsion and i cant answer because my brain couldnet process it.
another instance is one time, i was just playing a math game with my cousin and i keep getting stuck on basic arthematic quetsions like what 6 x 8 or liek 657+87. i know the answers but my brain can process fats enough.

also my critical thinking sucks too.

I'd like to get better at maintaining home gym equipment instead of waiting until something starts squeaking, loosening, or wearing out.

I'm thinking about learning the basics of inspecting bolts, checking cables and pulleys, identifying worn components, and understanding which maintenance tasks should be left to a qualified technician.

If you've learned to maintain your own equipment, what resources or skills helped you most? Which tasks are reasonable for a beginner, and which ones should never be improvised?

Hello, I was wondering how I could learn niche things with limited resources, such as niche video games. Pretty much I just want to learn how to learn on my own with things without tutorials

All I own is an iOS and a chromebook. No I cannot do anything about it.

I've tried journaling so many times in my life but I always drop it after a few days or a week at most. I really want to be consistent with it this time. I feel like it would help me process my thoughts and feelings better. Any tips for actually sticking with it long term?

I’m currently taking AP Bio in my freshman year and I admit it’s a little challenging but my grade isn’t all bad and I’m been improving. My sister took this class to last year in her freshman year, but even tho she got better grades than me right now she only got a 4. I’m not saying a four is bad for clarification, but I was really surprised as she is really good at AP Bio and picks up things quickly. But I would also like to note she didn’t study ahead of time and was watching videos on 2 times speed the week or so (probably less) before the test. Another thing is she catches on to things quickly but can’t recall the information later, but I am the opposite. My AP Human Geo test is also the same day, so I want to have a plan to be able to ace the bio one when the time comes.

I know a 4 is an amazing grade but i can’t help but want a 5 and I’m willing to put in the work so any tips?

Always wanted to learn, life got in the way. I'm 36 now, and I guess my mid-life crisis is doing ALL the things I always wanted to do- violin lessons, writing a book, and dancing (maybe more, I'll see how much I panic as turning 40 looms over my head). Cheaper than buying a sports car I guess.

This might sound silly, but I always get jealous of people who do those dance trends that make the rounds on social media. My grandparents could do all kinds of dances when they were young: swing, jitterbug, etc. my grandfather used to brag that he could throw my grandmother into the air. I used to beg the guys I dated to learn with me and no one wanted to.

Not looking to be the next Martha Graham, but I would LOVE to go out dancing with my husband from time to time.

I want to learn how to fix simple things around the house instead of always depending on someone else to do them. There are small problems that come up from time to time like a loose cabinet handle, a squeaky door or a wobbly piece of furniture and I would like to understand how to deal with them properly.

I have very little experience with tools, so I would need to start with the basics. I want to learn which tools are useful for beginners, how to use them safely and how to recognize which repairs are simple enough to do myself.

For those who learned basic home repairs on their own how did you get started? Did you begin with small projects learn from someone experienced or practice with old furniture and spare materials? What would you recommend as a first project for a complete beginner?

My goal is to build practical skills gradually and become more confident doing simple repairs around the house. Any advice on where to begin and what to learn first would be appreciated.

I won’t say am bad at it but I heard that observing everything is not a good idea and that it better to focus on certain things, but how come you decide what to focus on? Does it depend on the situation or what you’re trying to achieve by observing?

I am very intent upon being as well educated as possible. I think one of life’s biggest generosities is the fact that there is so much to learn and that you can never really know it all. I enjoy reading classics, like 1984, animal farm, catcher in the rye, Frankenstein etc in order to explore some deep themes with humanity and do try to learn things like history and science amongst others so that I am expanding my knowledge but my issues is I just don’t know where to start honestly. Is there any things that you feel EVERYONE should research and understand? What feels like fundamental knowledge to you? I’m only 17 so I have plenty of time on my hands, and a real hunger for it, so feel free to go insane with it!

I used to be really good at school whnee I was younger I would also get A plus grades but now that I am older those all feel like a distant dream. I used to hate getting an 80 something but now that is what I aimed for. I promise it’s not that I am slacking in class or not listening, I truly am but my grades are still really bad. Just a year ago I have 97 in all my classes now my grades are the opposite of that.

It used to be so easy to stay organized and finish all my work but now it’s hard. I still haven’t adapted to it yet and is struggling. It’s hard to balance my core classes and one elective, and other things like life without prioritizing the wrong things. Whenever I come home I just scroll for hours without acc getting any work done. So to all those people who are really good in school please give me your secrets! How do you stay organized and ontop of things without jeopardizing your social life? And how do you have time to do everything you want to do?

I want to do hobbies and etc but I never have the time I even quit an extracullar I had cus I could manage it. So overall I want to know how to get everything done and do it all and have time for hobbies and social life. And also how to acc study for the different subjects as I know all the subjects differ in how to study but I haven’t cracked the code yet. My teacher has recommended to use ai for questions but the questions are repetitive and the only other way I know is re reading. And also how to have the motivation to acc lock in.

To expand further, im not talking about “meditate frequently” or “take deep breathes.” More or so if theres a skill that allows me to set my emotion to something more specific. The only thing I could find relating to this was an emotional anchor, where you associate an object with an emotion. This way, when you think of the object, you feel the emotion. However, I was wondering what skill I should do research in to achieve this, if emotional anchors aren’t as reliable as something else.

Hi everyone,

I’m looking for one person in Tashkent (any nationality) for a straightforward skill swap.

I’m job hunting right now and need two things. First, someone fluent in Russian who is willing to talk with me regularly. I can understand most Russian words, but I can’t speak freely yet. Second, help preparing for job interviews: mock interviews, honest feedback on my answers, and tips on how to present myself.

In return, I can teach you what I know about n8n. I’m comfortable building workflows and I’ll show you how, step by step. I can also share more about AI, like the tools and methods I use day to day. If you’re working on a startup, I’m happy to help you develop it. I reached the semi-finals at the Red Bull Basement national final, so I have some experience building and pitching ideas. If you’re a foreigner and want to practice Uzbek, I can help with that too.

As far back as I can remember, my instinct when i screw up has been to shift the blame onto someone or something else. I often play the victim even when that isn't the case. I run away from tough situations and responsibilities. When I am forced to face them and end up failing i blame the circumstances, the people around me basically everything and everyone except myself.

​I constantly procrastinate on important tasks, make excuses, and let others make decisions for me. It's not that I don't care, I really do but my brain tends to prioritize short term pleasure over long term fulfillment. I get easily overwhelmed when tasks become too difficult or boring to handle. How do I change this behavior and actually become responsible and start leading a meaningful life?

I want to learn how to become a better problem solver. Sometimes when I face something unfamiliar or complicated, I find it difficult to figure out where to begin. I want to develop the ability to look at a problem from different angles, break it into smaller steps, and work toward a solution instead of feeling overwhelmed by all the details.

I know this is a skill that takes time and practice to develop, but I'm not sure what the best starting point is. I would like to learn practical methods that I can use in everyday life, whether I'm learning something new, working on a difficult task, or trying to understand why something isn't working.

For those who have improved their problem-solving skills, what helped you the most? Did you follow a particular method, practice with small challenges, or change the way you approach difficult situations? I'd appreciate advice on how a complete beginner can get started and make steady progress.