FAQ
What is an unhelpful hint?
Advice that sounds useful until applied.
Is this satire?
Yes, but it is not joking.
Will this help me?
Results have not been observed.
Who writes these?
Various people. Some of them mean well.
Can I submit my own hint?
Yes. It may be accepted, ignored, or misunderstood.
Are these generated by AI?
Occasionally. Like most modern advice.
Why does this site exist?
Because advice is plentiful and outcomes are rare.
Is there a right way to read these?
Briefly.
Can I share these?
You may, though results may vary socially.
Will this site change over time?
Yes. Possibly for the worse.
How often is it updated?
Irregularly, but with confidence.
Is there a mailing list?
There could be.
Are you selling anything?
Not yet.
Is this free?
For now.
Who is this for?
People who have already heard the good advice.
Who is this not for?
People who expect results.
Who is Eudoxus?
A philosopher whose advice survives despite its outcomes.