There is a simple four step system to being an eccentric and interesting person early in life:
- find a Hobby, and embrace it completely
- find something interesting that you like, and start collecting it
- Whenever you get bored with your hobby or collection, find a new one
- Get a library card and prowl the non-fiction section for books on random subjects that look interesting.
By the time you’re 25 you’ll be a fencing, knitting, carnival worker; who has a remarkable collection of novelty beer steins, model cars, and old fashioned children’s toys; who also has a disturbingly complete knowledge of 17th century romance literature and naval military design.