The change is that when I am immersed in that scenario (on holiday and without any normal life distractions so I can truly learn about this topic), then my mind

The change is that when I am immersed in that scenario (on holiday and without any normal life distractions so I can truly learn about this topic), then my mind is the most curious about that topic. The alternative is that when I return from vacation, I get back to the busy life and am only reminded of these questions in casual conversations.