If you really like paper that's fine, but using your phone isn't at all "much worse".
I use Google Keep for random notes and reference info, from my prayer list (constantly changing), Temple wifi passwords, to my pant size or what my wife may like for her birthday or Christmas.
I use Google Tasks for things that require action or just a reminder of something to add to some other record later.
I keep longer notes, lists and drafts in Evernote. This, as with notes in Keep, I can share with others as needed.
I have my phone on me at all times, even next to my bed, so when Inspiration strikes, there's no object between me and a note I cannot lose in the wash.
I use color note to keep track of things. It has a checklist function too. My phone has a built in stylus so I can write stuff instead of using the thumb board.
There is also an android app called business calendar, which ties all of my calendars into one place (work calendar, google calendar, etc) and has a terrific widget to put on the screen that is a scrollable view of upcoming events and appointments. You can also import other calendars, the seahawks football schedule for example. It is my favorite app of all time.
You gents could be correct in your embrace of silicon, but I fear that if you keep this up, you'll never be allowed membership in the super elite luddite club!
I tried one of those many years ago, but found it too complicated for my disorganized self. I understand the idea, and think it would be great, but I fear that I was never able to keep it updated!
Random scraps of paper is about as organized as I find I can get!
When I think of an inspiring idea I quickly jot it down in my notes on my iPhone. I need to do this with more of my thoughts, reminding me to call friends and family I haven’t talked to you in ages, sending thank you notes etc., there is a timeliness to those interactions.
Mostly I do this for creative purposes, and when my husband and I brainstorm creative ideas for songs, comedy etc. ideas immediately go into our idea book.
>>>Mostly I do this for creative purposes, and when my husband and I brainstorm creative >>>ideas for songs, comedy etc. ideas immediately go into our idea book.
Yes, this is what is important to me. Capturing ideas as the strike for use later.
I do not realize this would turn into a note taking implement measuring contest! :)
I was going to abstain out of fear of hurting the luddites out there. The comments demonstrate the seal has been broken! Here goes:
I have been trying to perfect the way to capture those fleeting thoughts, whimsical quips from articles read, helpful ideas in Youtube videos and most importantly meaningful quotes and references from books. This all amounts to a lot of papers, notebooks, cocktail napkins, etc.
What I have implemented is a aggregation of tools. Starting with Obisdian as my second brain, utilizing the Obsidian web clipper app for anything in my browser, scribd for podcasts, Readwise for books and articles. Each of those options connect to Obsidian directly.
Imagine reading a book on your Kindle e-reader and highlighting something meaningful. How about if those notes and highlights end up automagically in your second brain? With Obsidian I can link and tag specific things and visualize their connection to other things I have collected in the past and placed in there. This allows me to learn deeply through a process called syntopical reading.
Then there are those times when I am not able to access my second brain like when I am at work. For this, I use a reMarkable Paper Pro for capturing those tidbits of knowledge. The reMarkable does not directly integrate with my second brain, so I must import those notes manually.
There is not a perfect solution, but with these methods, I am able to capture most of these golden nuggets of knowledge.
I am quite certain that we shall never let you become a member of the Ancient and Honorable Order of Luddites, ie: the Bash A Cell Phone With A Rock Club!
If you really like paper that's fine, but using your phone isn't at all "much worse".
I use Google Keep for random notes and reference info, from my prayer list (constantly changing), Temple wifi passwords, to my pant size or what my wife may like for her birthday or Christmas.
I use Google Tasks for things that require action or just a reminder of something to add to some other record later.
I keep longer notes, lists and drafts in Evernote. This, as with notes in Keep, I can share with others as needed.
I have my phone on me at all times, even next to my bed, so when Inspiration strikes, there's no object between me and a note I cannot lose in the wash.
I use color note to keep track of things. It has a checklist function too. My phone has a built in stylus so I can write stuff instead of using the thumb board.
There is also an android app called business calendar, which ties all of my calendars into one place (work calendar, google calendar, etc) and has a terrific widget to put on the screen that is a scrollable view of upcoming events and appointments. You can also import other calendars, the seahawks football schedule for example. It is my favorite app of all time.
Aggregated calendars are the best! My wife and I can see each other's schedule, and I can see various Masonic and other calendars mixed in.
I color code my Keep notes, too,lol
You gents could be correct in your embrace of silicon, but I fear that if you keep this up, you'll never be allowed membership in the super elite luddite club!
I love the old fashioned day planners, and still keep one. I would like your comment can, but for some reason I can’t like comments on Substack.
I tried one of those many years ago, but found it too complicated for my disorganized self. I understand the idea, and think it would be great, but I fear that I was never able to keep it updated!
Random scraps of paper is about as organized as I find I can get!
When I think of an inspiring idea I quickly jot it down in my notes on my iPhone. I need to do this with more of my thoughts, reminding me to call friends and family I haven’t talked to you in ages, sending thank you notes etc., there is a timeliness to those interactions.
Mostly I do this for creative purposes, and when my husband and I brainstorm creative ideas for songs, comedy etc. ideas immediately go into our idea book.
>>>Mostly I do this for creative purposes, and when my husband and I brainstorm creative >>>ideas for songs, comedy etc. ideas immediately go into our idea book.
Yes, this is what is important to me. Capturing ideas as the strike for use later.
I do not realize this would turn into a note taking implement measuring contest! :)
I was going to abstain out of fear of hurting the luddites out there. The comments demonstrate the seal has been broken! Here goes:
I have been trying to perfect the way to capture those fleeting thoughts, whimsical quips from articles read, helpful ideas in Youtube videos and most importantly meaningful quotes and references from books. This all amounts to a lot of papers, notebooks, cocktail napkins, etc.
What I have implemented is a aggregation of tools. Starting with Obisdian as my second brain, utilizing the Obsidian web clipper app for anything in my browser, scribd for podcasts, Readwise for books and articles. Each of those options connect to Obsidian directly.
Imagine reading a book on your Kindle e-reader and highlighting something meaningful. How about if those notes and highlights end up automagically in your second brain? With Obsidian I can link and tag specific things and visualize their connection to other things I have collected in the past and placed in there. This allows me to learn deeply through a process called syntopical reading.
Then there are those times when I am not able to access my second brain like when I am at work. For this, I use a reMarkable Paper Pro for capturing those tidbits of knowledge. The reMarkable does not directly integrate with my second brain, so I must import those notes manually.
There is not a perfect solution, but with these methods, I am able to capture most of these golden nuggets of knowledge.
I am quite certain that we shall never let you become a member of the Ancient and Honorable Order of Luddites, ie: the Bash A Cell Phone With A Rock Club!
I was afraid of that. Can I be an honorary member,
Can we whack your reMarkable thing with a hammer? 😈
I have an older one. You have at that one.