surprise-me

Retrieve random notes from a Second Brain with category filters.

12|2|Updated Jun 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Loringtonian/second-brain-template --skill surprise-me-loringtonian
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: surprise-me
Source: https://github.com/Loringtonian/second-brain-template/tree/main/.claude/skills/surprise-me
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Loringtonian/second-brain-template --skill surprise-me-loringtonian

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the “I know I’ve written about this, but I can’t remember where” problem by surfacing random ideas from a Second Brain when keyword search is not enough.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Random rediscovery: Pulls a small set of random notes so useful ideas can resurface unexpectedly.
  • Filtered browsing: Narrows results by category or project connection when the user wants inspiration from a specific part of the brain.
  • Note digestion: Reads each selected file’s title, summary, keywords, and connections, then presents them in a quick scan format.
  • Use case: A user says “surprise me with some inventions,” and the Skill returns a few forgotten invention notes worth revisiting.

Quick Start

Tell the assistant to surprise you with a few random ideas from your Second Brain.

Frequently Asked Questions about surprise-me

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I rediscover forgotten ideas in my markdown knowledge base without using keywords?

Rediscover forgotten ideas by retrieving random notes from your markdown knowledge base. It supports serendipitous browsing when you lack specific keywords, extracting titles and summaries to resurface content you saved.

Can I filter random notes by project or category when browsing my second brain?

Yes, you can filter random notes by project and category when browsing your second brain. This narrows serendipitous rediscovery to specific sections, returning inspiration only from the relevant parts of your knowledge base.

What is the best way to surface random notes for inspiration from a personal second brain?

The best way to surface random notes for inspiration is using serendipitous rediscovery on your personal second brain. It pulls a small set of random entries, reads their summaries, and presents them for quick scanning.

Does random note browsing exclude admin files when extracting titles from a knowledge base?

Yes, random note browsing excludes admin files when extracting titles from a knowledge base. The retrieval process requires exclusion of administrative files to ensure only actual notes and ideas are presented for rediscovery.

When should I use random discovery instead of keyword search for note browsing?

Use random discovery instead of keyword search when you know you have written about a topic but cannot remember where, or when you want general inspiration. It helps when specific keywords are unavailable for querying your notes.