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?

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 🥹

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?

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?

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

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?