The pursuit of knowledge is a lifelong endeavor, encompassing what we must learn, what we desire to learn, and what the world expects us to learn. While the adage ‘you learn something new every day’ is often repeated, its truth is subjective. For some, like the author, the journey of learning has been a delayed but enriching experience. Reflecting on their youth, the author acknowledges that their younger self was more inclined to rebellion than education, questioning the value of formal schooling. Now, with the wisdom of age, they find joy in acquiring new skills, such as repotting plants and rewiring an old lamp—tasks once avoided due to parental influence or self-doubt. The author also grapples with the fear of learning a new language, a challenge they approach with trepidation but incremental progress. This narrative underscores the importance of continuous learning, particularly in later life, as highlighted by the National Institutes of Health, which suggests that late-life learning can mitigate age-related cognitive decline. The author concludes by emphasizing that age should never be a barrier to learning, urging readers to embrace new experiences and seek professional guidance when needed.