Zettelkasten

Notes

• Zettelkasten is a method in which you write down your thoughts in notes, tag, and connect them over time.
• The Zettelkasten's massive advantage:
  • You'll learn better.
  • You'll focus better.
  • You'll be less frustrated.
  • You'll waste less time.
  • You'll think better.
  • You'll be more productive.
  • You'll be more creative.
• The Zettelkasten principles:
  • The principle of atomicity: the note should contain only one idea.
  • The principle of autonomy: each note should be autonomous (don't copy and paste).
  • Always link your notes.
  • Explain why you're linking notes.
  • Use your own words.
  • Keep references.
  • Add your thoughts to the Zettelkasten.
  • Don't worry about structure.
  • Add connection notes.
  • Add outline notes.
  • Never delete.
  • Add notes without fear.

References

• Zettelkasten — How One German Scholar Was So Freakishly Productive

Backlinks

• The Feynman Mental Model Technique