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Let’s just take a moment to appreciate the high quality of Pete’s firework impressions
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Exactly my thoughts on the video.
Stoked to be part of the conversation! Thanks Pete🤘
So awesome to see you two together in a video.
What a great colab. Love all your content Zac you inspired me to carry loads of the EDC I currently use
Great Colab Zack!
Thx for sharing life’s 🎇 🔗🎆
My big problem with small notebooks is “where did write what”. For me it ended up with 10 different notebooks for different categories….
As a result I went back to big post its where I transfer/put the post it in a bigger notebook.
The results are that I don’t feel limited to small notebook space, and I can be as detailed as I want to be, so I don’t loose the key element.
So basically, I work with post it notes that I put in bigger notebook. Sometimes Its like treasure hunting map…In a good way😊.
That’s where I feel comfortable.
A big deep note on one page, and the next has a few post it notes with thoughts and ideas
Peter or anyone else that would know this answer…where did you get the box the wooden box that holds all your field notes?
I was a heroin addict for almost two decades, ended up on the street going through awful shit like getting stabbed one night. Slept on the sidewalk in the rain (Seattle area, it's cold up here) and ate out of dumpsters. I was out there for almost three years.
I've now been clean for 3 and a half years. Rebuilt my life completely. I tell EVERYONE that the two things that helped me stay on track are: exercising regularly for the massive mental health benefit mainly AND writing down all the things I'm going to do with check boxes next to it. That way I don't get stuck over thinking what I'm going to do because I have already decided. I just DO what's on that list. Next project is starting a Photography and Videography business. I have slowly accumulated the gear while working full time in a factory doing metal fabrication, while also learning Davinci Resolve. I got three cameras (R5 is my main) plus a GoPro, nice tripod and some lights. Need more lights BUT I'm getting close. I've already had one business (SEO/Web Design, which is related to my old career) that made money, but I hated it. Stopped doing it. I've decided to go all in on this and am totally driven about doing something for the first time in my life. I'm lucky to have some business experience with things like sales, marketing and social media advertising and with all the knowledge I have now, it's finally time to turn my passion into my living.
It sounds too easy but exercise plus writing down and tracking my goals/projects daily really did help me turn my entire life around.
For me the thing is consistency. As soon as you stop doing something, it's really hard to get back on it. Good luck man. Keep it up.
I just wanna say I’m proud of you for getting sober, if anyone hasn’t told you that lately. And also good lucky with your photography, I too am still learning. My camera is kinda old but it’s a gem to me lol
Is this your resume? Are we applying for a job here? 🤔
@@mikeglassburn Agreed! You totally need to keep up that momentum. When you stop, your mind starts messing with you; procrastination, insecurity and doubt. But when you stay in motion the momentum carries you through.
Thank you for sharing your experience and how writing in a notebook and exercising had changed your life. I noted that just doing those two things consistently and routinely create an anchor. The routine becomes a comfort to keep coming back to. I liked what you said about drawing checkboxes and all you have to do is to go down the list.
I know for me every morning I writing out my plans and also write my feelings, thoughts on what happened the day before. I don’t feel overwhelmed like I use to.
I'm a perfectionist and it took me years to use a notebook without stopping or ripping out paper, because I wasn't satisfied with how it looked. Now I'm two years into journaling and and using pocket notebooks on the go without paying attention to the aesthetic. It was mentally freeing, because perfectionism is one of my weaknesses. Using a notebook as my second brain is helping me overcome my perfectionism, every day a little bit more.
This is huge. I hate the look of getting in the way of just writing.
Check the Orange Manuscript.
Same here. I have thrown away several notebooks after a dozen or so pages because I made a mistake and couldn’t cope with imperfection. The pressure to make it visually perfect became overwhelming and so I gave up. Willing to try again with a smaller pocket book as opposed to the forty dollar giant ones. Wish me luck, lol.
ha ha I have ripped out so many pages in my journals....
Oh my goodness, this is my problem! Now I'm going to work on detaching from that spirit of petfectionism
Got three pack of Field Notes, graph, line, blank. Dude, these have organized my entire life 😃👍
Thank you so much for this video. I was wondering if I was the only one which struggles with this firework of ideas in my head. I will get a notebook tomorrow and start writing things down. I love how you inspire me and thousands of other people. Thank you for your work and art. Keep doing it. I love it!
I've actually been doing this myself from the last video I saw and it honestly changed my life bro. Thank you so much. If youtube could attach images, I'd share my notebook collection from last year. Every creative needs to try this!! Much love from Kenya.
Great video, Peter. I started a new journal after watching. I'm also new to you and your channel.
One thing I wanted to mention, your clip at the start describes ADHD.
I mentioned this because I was diagnosed this year at 50. Perhaps you're what I'm calling a fellow “Wise Squirrel.”
Keep up the great work!
TH-cam seems to be the perfect space for ADHD creators and to be honest it’s all so relatable watch Pete do his thing.
i’ve been subbed for many years now. you always make the videos i need to hear at the time i need it most.
thank you
This was BRILLIANT! Thank you and Zac ! I’ve kind of stopped writing, but I am going to start again as I know it’s valuable in our lives. What a great video! Thank you!
I could almost cry, i feel you! Thank you so much for this!!!! Somehow I lost that habit to write down my feelings and thoughts, i struggle a lot with this firework in my head, i can not sleep or need too much time to reflect on things people said, what I said, what my Friendships are, who I am... and so on. My heart feels heavy and overwhelmed almost all the time. So thank you so much for speaking out your thoughts and reminding me of to write things down, take time and calm down.
I can so relate..tt really helps me at night to keep paper next to my bed...
This was such a helpful video Peter...
It is so great to know that one of my role models goes through all the same things, the distractions, the constant "squirrel-ness," doing the un-necessary filler tasks, etc. as I go through on an every day basis.
These are the kind of Peter-McKinnon-videos that are the hidden gems, and have important lessons (which might not exactly be photography or film-making, but are just as important!)
Something else to try is using a highlighter to cross out your to do list, it feels good to see your progress in colour
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Thanks for making this video. I’ve struggled with the same distractions and everything you mentioned for starting projects and whatnot. I’ve also tried to start up some analog note taking and struggled with that too. The struggle is real! 😂 I plan to use this for motivation!
I am going through a difficult situation in my life right now. So i decided to write in a journal everyday a few pages whatever is on my mind. It helps me process my emotions and clears up my mind. I can focus more on being creative. It’s like a free therapy and a great way to start 2024.
Been writing for 4 years now every day first thing in the morning. It’s perfect for seing better the goals you set for yourself.
To any creators , in fact, for anyone, this should be an daily habit.
Great video Peter🤝🏽
Thanks Peter for this lovely chat about the notebooks, the sketching and capturing your thoughts and musings on paper. I really enjoyed it and have subscribed for more. Much appreciated. Nick.
Hey Pete! Your first video got me hooked on using a notebook like it's my morning coffee-every day without fail! I've taken it to the next level with a handwritten calendar, editing notes and a bunch more. It's like my daily superhero cape. Thanks for the gift that keeps on giving, eh! 🍁✨
I started doing a daily video 807 days ago and recently ordered a daily journal I'm going to start in Jan 2024. I'm so excited to write! Just to write. I feel like I never write anymore and I just love writing, physically writing, not typing. I resonate with so much that was said in this video.
I've started carrying a pocket notebook and journaling and exploring the ideas of "common place books" and compendiums. I have to say, it's been VERY refreshing to know that at any time I can stop, slow down, and just write something down in my notebook. I did struggle with the whole "what notebook should I buy, what should I write in this one, vs that one, etc" and some of the best advice for that, is the best notebook for you to use is the one you have right now. Start with something cheap from walmart or the dollar store, just to start somewhere. And then eventually get in to something like Field Notes, Moleskin, Totebook, Leuchtturm, etc.
As a society I feel like we are starting to really yearn and crave that "slow down". Life has been happening so fast and we are constantly bombarded with ads, videos, news, whatever it may be, that we are desperate for an outlet to just slow down and be meaningful. Notebooks are a great avenue for that.
Someone also said, journaling and notebooks are cheaper than therapy lol. Not dogging on therapy, but I know at least for me, writing out thoughts, feelings, and emotions has helped me process some of them as you put them pen to paper.
Thank you, Peter, i appreciate you!
Every time i watch your videos or your post on Instagram i remind myself why i shoot and why i love photography so much.
I'm getting a notebook and i hope it'd be as much helpful as it has been to you
Thank you for being an inspiration !!!🙏🏾🙏🏾💕💕💕💕
Freakn love this. Grabbing a pocket notebook right now....after I do 4 things that I don't need to do..but then I'm definitely going to grab it. In all seriousness, this was an amazing video and such awesome advice. Writing ideas down and crossing them off is like watering the mind to flourish into a beautiful garden of happiness and peace.
*cries in women's clothing with no pockets to be seen*
i bought a pair of cargo jeans recently and i highly recommend it 😉
I love you man! You are so damn relatable and always fun to watch. I’ve been using Moleskine cashier notebooks for years, the small 3“ x 5“ paper covered ones to capture ideas for paintings, things I’m grateful for, great quotes, and my to do lists. They help me order the chaos in life and are a great resource to look back on.
Thank you so much for making this, I've been feeling all these things with so much going on in life and I have a leather bound notebook for the past year now and it has helped in my creative process that I am now starting to write a book. One more thing unrelated to this but who doesn't love this guy! Lol! A real guy with real problems trying to make it like the rest of us. Stay humble Pete!
Peter make more of these videos brother. Love these! Really resonated with me.
This video has put my hoarding of new unused Moleskine Notebooks back in my head , and to surely help me in my journey to putting my ideas down with pen to paper!!! Thank You Pete and Zac!!!! Always a great video Pete!!
Thanks for sharing Pete! I agree so much, wholeheartedly that physically writing is great and feels great for the soul. In a time when my life is feeling chaotic it’s an easy control, where I can slow down and concentrate on my thoughts, “my thoughts”, without distractions. Shit, I’m going to go write right now. Thanks again, Pete and I hope you and your family are doing well.
I am SO BLESSED❤❤❤❤❤ by you calling yourself a squirrel. I can't focus on ANYTHING long enough to follow through, then I get overwhelmed and depressed. I'M NOT ALONE!!!!
Great video!!! I worked in fashion industry for about 10 years of my life. During college I remembered that one of the tasks was to have a notebook and write/draw anything on it. It didn't have to be exactly relate to clothes, it could be an idea for a product campaign, a picture, a background that you saw and you liked it. It really makes a whole difference because as you said Peter, I'm also struggling to create because I have 10 others things to do exactly at the same time. This keeps you focus on what you are doing and you won't forget an idea if you write it down. Also, I have a to do list everyday so I know what I should be doing. Love your work Peter.
I adore pete's channel for both himself, his direction and the spotlights on other creators and their skills/interests, that he always finds a beautiful way to include. the personal anecdotes, the editing, everything in this video, is articulated so well. I just want to say thank you!
Missed these videos from you. Loved it! ❤
I remember my father taking down notes on these small notebooks and later on making an Excel sheet or writing down something on MS Word. But his first preference was always a small field notebook which he always carried. Interestingly he never carried a purse and he had amazing handwriting which I don't have. This video sparked something in me as my father is no longer with me. Miss dad. Now i realize that the notebook that we carried was actually so cool!!
Really felt the love, or excitement in this - you had found something and were excited to share what works for you. It's incredible to hear you're still at it two years later! I really resonated at the end there where you described your struggle with focus - this will be worth a shot for me. Thank you for all you do but most importantly sharing your genuine self.
Zac!!! Thank you for this Pete!!
I can attest to the benefits of keeping a notebook. My personal notebook is a bit larger. I use an A5 Dotted Leuchtturm. The dotted journal actually opens up my creativity because the lines do not hinder my perspective. Some pages are artistic quotes I create, others are notes from lectures and sermons, and each week and month have their own page simply planning my schedule. One thing I have been doing for several years is keeping track of all the books I read during the time I am using that personal notebook. So glad you shared this on the channel! Really hope it helps people who have never considered it. Also nice to meet Zac on here. Not sure I could go without my cell phone but man it would be nice.
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As a creative who’s trying to do creative things, I know you are right when you say it’s not always as easy as it looks. I also know that you are right about the importance of keeping a daily journal. A daily journal is the difference between a dream soon forgotten and a goal forever accomplished. Thank you for you excellent work.
Oh goodness your honesty is so awesome and helpful
In 1992 Julia Cameron published a book called the Artist’s Way which has similar goals to the ones you describe in this video. The book has some basic principles but ultimately it’s meant to encourage creatives to write down their ideas, feelings ,goals etc. and to get into the practice to write every morning when you get up. It’s meant to help you get in touch with your creativity. It’s a great practice whether you do it first thing in the morning or at another time during the day, whether you combine writing and sketching … whatever you choose… it’s amazing what you can get accomplished too when you write stuff down
Thank you Peter, I needed this. I appreciate you putting out a video about just being a creative person and that its actually normal for a creative to be scatter brained. I didn't realise you had put out a video about writing things down a while ago but for some reason, I had begun writing things down as a way to keep on top of things at work. Then it worked out so well for my work brain that I started doing it for my personal brain. 15 days later, I'm feeling different for sure.
Writing things down can really make I difference! I’ve done this for my last couple TH-cam scrips and it’s really made a difference!
Loved the first notebook video, I have a little leather folio with a pen holder in it so I always that puppy in my back pocket. Thanks so much for this!
You are are so inspiring man…
God bless your soul!
I’ve gone through so many hard times and your thoughts, words and good personality and kindness was like a light in the darkness. Especially this days when everybody in the graveyard of this social media thing. Your voice is so unique.
Thank you very much🙏🙏
Always a pleasure watching you from the video of your visit to Kenya... Where am from made me feel conected and inspired to do creative stuff. Thank you for this ill give it a try
Yes! Thank you for confirming my thoughts on digital note taking! I recently decided I'm totally done with trying to use digital calendars to keep myself organized. There's something so refreshing about putting it on paper and decorating the page with little doodles. Shayda Campbell has some wonderful journal drawing tutorials that I used to watch all the time. Then I decided to try a digital calendar thinking it would be more versatile. Technology is out of control. It's getting so overblown and overly complicated. I'm not a programmer and I don't want to take a 6 month course to learn how to use an app. Paper and pencil keeps my information where I want it, keeps my data safe and I feel so much better now! I didn't realize that tech was stressing me out so much!
Thank you Peter for sharing great ideas that can help your community. For that, our love.
I started taking notes in the 1980’s when I worked in sales, recording meetings with clients etc..even created my own shorthand. Today that we are retired & traveling I still use notebooks for our itineraries. Love it and it’s always always fun to look back on. ~Cara 😊
Damn! Very cool
Loved this! There's something about handwriting & sketching that always gets me into creative mode and having a quick way to get ideas documented is so valuable!
Again such a helpful and motivatonal video! Thank you Pete 🙏
I really enjoyed this follow up video to the one you did before. While I didn’t keep up with it like I wanted too, I have a renewed energy to pursue it again. BTW, best part of the video was the amazing fireworks display! Loved the video.
Love it! Thanks for the insights🙌🏼
Love this Peter, a great word for me today. I'm the same way always splitting my attention on so many creative things, this will help me diverge and converge, put down my thoughts. Then I can focus on the next thing. New discipline starts today.
Thank you Pete. Needed to see this today. Thank you for the inspiration
I absolutely, one million percent, bloody love this. This was amazing. And a great idea to work from.
This was the most helpful video I have seen on the topic of 'writing it down'. And you explained my problem thoroughly. It took me two days to watch this, since I had the idea to make a leather cover for my field notes that I hadn't bought yet, but had to stop to make a leather bag for my new LED light, which had to wait because I needed to get colored pencil lead for my mechanical pencil that was going into my new field notes cover, along with the 6" steel ruler that I already have but needed to find (for dimensions, of course)....
Thank you for this Peter
There's something you do in these videos which I am sure is intentional, and I guess in the grand scheme of youtube as a platform it's nothing hugely special. But the fact that you look straight at the camera, and therefore, into my eyes, into everyones eyes, just gives me strength. Seeing someone do the thing I want to be doing, while also seeing that they struggle too, gives me strength. It makes this dream feel real. Thank you
Agreed! It's super annoying watching videos from lesser creators, when they stare at the flip out screen of the camera, which is positioned off the the side. I don't get engaged as much, because it feels like they are talking to the camera and not to the viewer.
Only through this video, I realised that I have exactly the same issue.. the many fireworks that just keep going off in my head. No wonder I am always so mentally tired but unproductive in real life. You have aptly described what goes on in my head all the time. I may be teaching in the class and then I will have ideas flying off on the next craft project that I need to do (which has no relevance to the Math class I am having at that moment). And, I have the WIP on my table which I needed to complete but I moved on to something else because I wanted to try out the idea that popped into my head. Or when I was working on my project and suddenly decided that I needed to prepare a teaching slide for my English class the next day so that the pupils know what are verbs. So, I should really start a notebook. Thanks for showing me what my brains are up to. :)
So true Peter, I started using a small notebook with me every day and taking some notes in it. Movie ideas, shots to do, things to shop, measurements I must remember when I go to the hard ware store.
You’re so right in what you say, a pen and paper is relaxing and peaceful in some strange way.
I thought I was alone in this modern world to carry around a pen and paper.
Thanks for the inspiration in all you do. ❤
I can't love this video enough.. I feel like the words you used to describe the way your brain works is very similar to me and I've never been able to find the words to explain it myself!! Thanks so much!! I've tried notebooks, but I fall out of the habit after a few days because my brain is like.. NOW NOW NOW go do "this" new thing.
Thank you Peter for video. Completely agree with you, it helps managage things in life, not only in creative processes, but also in personal life. I am journaling for decades - and for me this process is like a meeting with psychotherapist. Some how when you put words on paper, answers start coming. So yeah, highly recommend to any one at least try to write a journal for some moment.
Wow. Listening to you describe feeling stoked on an idea one day, but doing 3 other things before doing it, so by the time you get to the amazing idea the next day, you're no longer stoked on it so don't do it ... one of the most relatable things I've ever heard someone say on TH-cam, or in life! And it's something I'm re-struggling with (re-struggling?) the last few months with reaching the 1 year milestone of going full time in starting my own business, but being far too familiar with the snowball effect you described that keeps happening! Thank you Peter! Definitely going to implement this note taking to try and clear my mind and see my goals more clearly, without letting my own brain run my ideas off the road. Thank you, thank you, and thank you.
Would love to see a video on how you use the notebooks! I’ve tried writing in notebooks before but don’t know how to make it organized lol
Dude this resonated big time, thank you.
I don't know if you have ever been evaluated for it, but all the things you say about yourself hit home with me... and my ADHD. So glad you found something that has helped to keep you focused and on the tasked you want to do. Finding the right tool is so beneficial for anyone.
This... was unusually inspiring. Thank you, both you and @zacinthewild
I've been keeping a pocket sketchbook for 4 months now. I'm into 1 1/2 of my Field Notes and I've notice that I'm gradually sketching and using it more. I went from every other week of drawing, to a few days, to every other day. There's not a lot of pressure to fill a 3.5 x 5,5 inches page compared to 8.5 x 11 inches. I actually feel amazing and a lot of my anxiety over NOT drawing or accomplishing anything has gone away.
I've always wanted to write a blog and I did try couple of times but I successfully talked myself out of it because of so many other things. Your words sound so familiar. Today tho before I evev seen your video I was wondering how could I pass on some of my wisdom to my two little doughters. And yet again the thought of blogging came back to my mind and a very clear concept of what is it going to be about. Your video just made me go and bought a domain on squarespace and right now I'm sitting writting down in my little notebook about my next steps. Thank you Peter. Keep inspiring us all 😊and all the best in 2024 🎉
Everything about this video is so awesomely amazing!! OMG 🙏🏾📒🤍
Very relatable! A nice little reminder to dust off the old analogue journal and give it another shot. Thanks mate
More of this! Thanks Pete!
Oh my GOSH, Peter McKinnon!! I can so relate…fireworks, idea, get a couple of things done first, clean my desk, fireworks… never ending!! I have been a journalist for a large part of my life. On/off. Recently back in just to settle those thought in the head. So so true!! I knew I liked you for some reason! Thanks for all you do and share!
I’ve carried a field notes book for the last year. It’s been a great help for work stuff and personal stuff. I need to get more comfortable with not having the pages organized or categorized so that I can feel more free flowing and not hold back from writing stuff down.
I just found your channel.
Seems like you are, despite your large amount of followers, a very down to earth guy. Surprisingly and cool to see.
Plus you seem cool about pulling others into your videos.
Happy I found you and happier still that you found a way to still the chaotic mind.
Must admit, as a creative… I seem unable to give direction to my life…. Either I lack the money, the self- confidence, the knowledge, the support, the trust or mental peace to get any place.
Love your friend Zach too by the way.
I feel we all need friends like you guys. Not in a creepy way, though is it even possible for a 50- year old woman to creep out people? That in itself suddenly seemed creepy, lovely….
Great vibes, great content and great community.
Have a great day everyone….:).
Thnx so much Pete. I started in the 80s with notebooks, jumped into moleskin and now printing images that I glu to them. You helped me to slow down, go back to the past and discover projects to enjoy. Keep creating amigo and saludos from Madrid. Spain
okay pete , okay i understand the videos are evolving , loving that subtle halation , have a great day , love you work always ✌️✌️
Thanks for sharing Zac & Peter. Happy to see our books being put to great use.
Thanks Pete for the video. I gotta say i use to do that a lot this year since my photography journey took off. But i slowed down... Coz it got too noisy inside my head and my work flow started going down hill which i ended up loosing a lot of missed opportunities. But after watching this... This might... No. Will be the time i get back onto that creative workflow and jott down every inspiration that hits me. And maybe... Just maybe.. I'll have my own TH-cam channel and platform. 😊
Love it. Great video. Thanks for sharing.
I’ve been using a notebook and it really helps. I've ADHD, it helps me to deal loads of thing many of them you've mentioned
ditto
A few months ago I picked my gratitude journal back up and have stayed at it. It’s really been good for me.
One of the things I love about that particular journal is that it has simple prompts, and little space so I find it easy to keep the habit everyday because I can always carve out 5 minutes in the morning and 5 at night.
Open-ended journaling has been beneficial for me in the past, but I find it harder to keep up with due to the lack of constraints.
What constraints or prompts do you use with a blank journal to keep you on track?
Your first video on this inspired me and I too still write everything down in my notebook every day since that video. Changed my life! Thanks, Peter!
Simple and easy message -- what we need to be doing...Thanks PM..
Really important video. I love writing things and it really focuses me. Thanks ❤
i remember the first video when you mentioned a pocket notebook. i went out and got a field notes and started making a daily to-do list and it changed my life. i still do it daily, but i learned to pace myself. my daily goals range from big projects to tiny tasks like returning an email i've been meaning to get to.
these days i've been using a Traveler's Company passport notebook, its super customizable and allows me the freedom to have my to-do lists, but also have space for random thoughts and notes, as well as a spot for doodles and sketches. i have adhd and if it doesn't get written down, i wont remember it, but also if i try to do it on my phone i get distracted. there's something incredibly satisfying about grabbing a pen/pencil and just dumping whats in your head onto paper in a way only you can understand later
I 100% resonate with overthinking, getting distracted by other tasks to avoid projects, rapidly losing enthusiasm for projects, and everything else you said. I immediately ordered a starter kit from Field Notes to start managing all the fireworks in my head.
Thank you so much for sharing. This is definitely a mindful tool and practice that will me to be present and to help reset my mind at a slower pace. Much appreciated.
Love the colors in your videos man. Proud of you baby boy!
love having a field notes in my pocket. As much as i love using Notion in my everyday life. Having a notebook to write something quick on is really satisfying. Writing something down really engrains an idea or a concept i might come up with into my brain. Love it! Thanks for sharing this video and showcasing another cool person!
Thanks for the content and the sound effects. Like a computer, the pocket notebook can also lead to distractions, but in a manageable and positive way.
Ive been seeing a few more videos about field notes or having something more tactile to journaling or jotting down ideas. I think its time to take the signals and give this a shot. Thank you again for always making such a high quality video!
I have been on and off with notebooks pocket to a5 and year planners i love the habbit. Keeping a log of your day to day is a great way to slow down and sometimes you just need to talk things out with yourself. I usualy go strait to my book of choice for that moment. 🤙🏻🏴☠️
dude. I've been watching you since i started my attempt at being a professional photographer. i've watched, at least to my knowledge, every one of your videos. this video hit home with me more than any video you've done yet.
Writing things down changed everything. It helped me 4x my business, but I do it mostly on a digital notebook as I cannot keep track of my physical note books and the clutter drives me nuts. I use Supernote, and it gives the tactile feel with the ability to organize however I want with multiple notes books for everything all at my finger tips.
Needed this, thanks Pete.
I totally agree, Peter...
I have notebooks and daily logs & phone logs from my voice recorder from years and yrs ago and then my mobile iphone changed everything..
I still write some things down.. But know I need to do this daily and make a habit of it again.. Your friend made some incredible concrete facts clear that all those platforms we use are owned by them... Not us! Such an ahh haa moment... Need to get my best photo images in print in albums & on walls..
I've had 25 yrs of printed images and my photography business in albums.. Now online, which has been very challenging with crappie wifi at home, that Century Link finally is figuring out.... It makes for sharing my images challenging at times.. Love having my Deb Ritch Photography website, and Social Media, just trying to make more consistent posts and sharing.. Thanks for your encouraging posts and ideas! You Rock, Peter M... ❤️Deb 🤠📷🐴
Your the best! I’ve been struggling with the same thing. At some point I transitioned to writing on posted notes, and I realize now that’s my problem. I need to go back to a notebook
I can totally relate Pete. I forget ideas as fast as I think of them!!! Buying field notes now... thx
Really good stuff! Most of my writing is work related these days but I used to be an avid journaling guy. Need to get back into that practice.
Great episode - very inspiring!!
❤this blow my mind 😮I was thinking about kicking out all papers on just focus on this digital world you guys really let me know why I should always na never let go my real physical note book 😊