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I long ago stopped reading books on note-taking.
They were always too vague and boring, full of platitudes that had little to do with the world outside academia.
I especially avoided “how-to” style books on the subject.
They would often list dozens of tips and tricks that had little to do with each other. There was never an overarching system for turning notes into concrete results.
But recently I picked up How To Take Smart Notes (affiliate link) by Sonke Ahrens. Ahrens is a Lecturer in Philosophy of Education at the University of Duisburg-Essen and also coaches students, academics, and professionals with a focus on time management, decision-making, and personal growth.
It is by far the most impactful and profound book I’ve ever read on the subject. I was astounded to encounter in its pages (with uncanny similarity) many of the same principles I had discovered over 10 years of personal experience.
This book is so full of insights that it broke my usual approach to summarizing books.
My approach is based on the assumption that most books are a few morsels of real insight wrapped in layers and layers of fluff. As I read, I systematically unravel those layers of fluff and extract only those insights, like a chemist distilling only the purest compound.
But this book is not written in the usual way. It is written using an external thinking system, which I call a Second Brain.
The evidence is clear: Instead of squeezing as many pages as possible out of one idea, How To Take Smart Notes squeezes as many ideas as possible onto every page. Every paragraph has a point, and I struggled to leave anything out of this summary.
By identifying the principles that stand the test of time despite huge changes in the underlying technology, we can better understand the essential nature of the creative process. We can focus our efforts on mastering the art of creative note-taking, producing more insightful writing, and fulfilling our full potential.
In this article, I’ll summarize the 10 most important principles for taking “smart” notes according to Ahrens. You can also find a detailed, step-by-step description of the method at the end.
What the book is about
How To Take Smart Notes is a book on note-taking for students, academics, and non-fiction writers.
It promises to help readers adopt “a reliable and simple external structure to think in that compensates for the limitations of our brains.” By adopting such a system, Ahrens promises that we will be able to “efficiently turn our thoughts and discoveries into convincing written pieces and build up a treasure of smart and interconnected notes along the way.”
While producing published written works is the end goal, is it not the only goal. Ahrens argues convincingly that turning one’s thoughts into writing isn’t just useful for writers but for anyone who wants to improve their thinking and learning in general.
By focusing on writing, Ahrens is able to speak in concrete terms about a specific creative process while simultaneously drawing universal conclusions. Instead of notes becoming a “graveyard for thoughts,” they can become a life-long pool of rich and interconnected ideas we can draw on no matter where our interests lead us.
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In the book "The Watsons Go to Birmingham — 1963," Christopher Paul Curtis shares important messages about family, growing up, and dealing with racism. He does this through the adventures of the Watson family, especially Kenny, the main character.
One big theme in the book is the strength of family. The Watsons stick together through good times and bad. When Kenny is bullied at school, his older brother Byron stands up for him. When Byron gets into trouble, the whole family works together to help him. Curtis shows this theme by writing funny and touching scenes of the family's daily life and their road trip to Birmingham.
Another theme is coming of age, or growing up. Kenny learns a lot about life and himself during the story. He faces bullies, deals with his brother's behavior, and sees the terrible results of racism. Curtis reveals this theme by showing how Kenny's thoughts and actions change throughout the book. At the start, Kenny is innocent and doesn't understand much about the world. By the end, he has faced hard truths and become more mature.
The third important theme is the impact of racism and civil rights. When the Watsons visit Birmingham, they experience the cruel reality of segregation in the South. The bombing of the church is a turning point in the story that shows how dangerous and unfair racism is. Curtis reveals this theme by contrasting the Watsons' life in Michigan with what they see in Birmingham. He also uses historical events, like the church bombing, to show the real-life effects of racism.
Christopher Paul Curtis uses different ways to show these themes. He creates believable characters that readers care about. He mixes funny moments with serious ones to keep the story interesting. He also uses Kenny's point of view to help young readers understand complex issues.
In conclusion, "The Watsons Go to Birmingham — 1963" teaches us about the importance of family, the challenges of growing up, and the fight against racism. By following the Watson family's journey, readers learn these valuable lessons in a way that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.
Tyrion visits Symon Silvertongue, and thinks to pay him to leave King's Landing. But the singer wishes to join the tournament of singers that will take place during Joffrey’s wedding. He blackmails Tyrion by indicating that he will tell about his relation with Shae. Tyrion promises him that one of the other singers will be removed, and Bronn will visit him in three days' time. Outside, Tyrion orders Bronn to kill Symon.
Later, Tyrion's father shows him the two new Valyrian swords he had made for Joffrey and Jaime. Master Tobho Mott reworked the metal, and the color of the blade on each sword is black and red. House Lannister has not had a Valyrian sword in hundreds of years, and try as he might, Tywin could never get any of the lesser houses to sell theirs. Where the steel for these new swords came from is not revealed. Tywin tells him that he must consummate his marriage to Sansa, and that Mace Tyrell rejected the marriage proposal between Cersei and Willas, probably because the Queen of Thorns told him to.
Pycelle brings dire tidings from the Wall, and that Maester Aemon fears Lord Mormont is dead. Tywin tells Pycelle to send a veiled message that no men shall be sent to the Wall unless Janos Slynt is considered for the post of Lord Commander of the Night's Watch. Tyrion thinks to himself that he should have had Slynt and Pycelle put to death when he had the chance.
On the way to Harrenhal, Jaime's wound is infected, and he is feverish from the loss of his hand (which has been cut off by Zollo). At the camp some of the Bloody Mummers come to rape Brienne. Jaime knows that if she resists they will probably kill her so he advises her to take her mind far away. He recalls that when Aerys cooked Lord Rickard Stark alive while Brandon died trying to rescue him, Jaime did the same. Brienne is stubborn and wants to resist. Jaime saves her again by yelling “sapphires” loud enough for the Goat to hear. Brienne thanks him as Jaime considers the debt (revenge) that he owes to Vargo Hoat and his Bloody Mummers: a Lannister always pays his debts.
After reaching Harrenhal, Hoat presents the Kingslayer to Roose Bolton, who is disgusted that the Mummers hacked off his hand. He has Qyburn cleanse the stump and bandage it. Jaime asks Qyburn to see to Brienne's wounds as well.
How to Find the Number of Protons, Neutrons, and Electrons
Finding the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in a given element isn't as hard as it sounds. Oftentimes part of your answer will be right in front of you in the periodic table! Once you know where to look, finding the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons will be a breeze.
1.Get a periodic table of elements. The periodic table is a chart that organizes elements by their atomic structure. It is color-coded and assigns each element a unique 1 or 2-letter abbreviation. Other elemental information includes atomic weight and atomic number. You can find a periodic table online or in a chemistry book.
In tests, normally, a periodic table will be provided.
2.Find your element on the periodic table. The table orders elements by atomic number and separates them into three main groups: metals, non-metals, and metalloids (semi-metals). Further elemental groupings include alkali metals, halogens, and noble gases.
Using the group (columns) or period (rows) can make the element easier to locate on the table. You can also search the table for the symbol of the element if you don’t know any other properties.
3.Locate the element’s atomic number. The atomic number is located above the element symbol, in the upper left-hand corner of the square. The atomic number will tell you how many protons make up a single atom of an element. For example, boron (B) has an atomic number of 5, therefore it has 5 protons.
4.Determine the number of electrons. Protons are particles in the nucleus of an atom that have a positive charge equal to +1. Electrons are particles that have a negative charge equal to -1. Therefore, an element in a neutral state will have the same number of protons and electrons. For example, boron (B) has an atomic number of 5, therefore it has 5 protons and 5 electrons. However, if the element includes a negative or positive ion, then the protons and electrons will not be the same. You will have to calculate them. The ion number will appear as a small superscript after the element.
5.Look for the atomic mass of the element. To find the number of neutrons, you will first need to find the atomic mass. An element’s atomic mass (also known as the atomic weight) is the weighted average mass of atoms of an element. The atomic mass can be found underneath the symbol for the element. Make sure that you round the atomic mass to the nearest whole number. For example, the atomic mass of boron is 10.811, but you can just round the atomic mass up to 11.
6.Subtract the atomic number from the atomic mass. To find the number of neutrons, you will need to subtract the atomic number from the atomic mass. Remember that the atomic number is the same as the number of protons, which you have already identified. For our boron example, 11 (atomic mass) – 5 (atomic number) = 6 neutrons
7.Identify the net charge. The net charge of an ion will appear as a small superscript number following the element. An ion is an atom that has a positive or negative charge due to the addition or removal of electrons. Although the number of protons in the atom remains the same, the number of electrons is altered in an ion. Because an electron has a negative charge, when you remove electrons, the ion becomes positive. When you add more electrons, the ion becomes negative.
For example, has a -3 charge while Ca2+ has a +2 charge. Keep in mind that you do not have to do this calculation if there is no superscripted ion number following the element.
8.Subtract the charge from the atomic number. When an ion has a positive charge, the atom has lost electrons. To calculate the remaining number of electrons, you subtract the amount of extra charge from the atomic number. In the case of a positive ion, there are more protons than electrons.
For example, Ca2+ has a +2 charge so it has lost 2 electrons from the neutral state. Calcium’s atomic number is 20, therefore the ion has 18 electrons.
My success is my success. No one else has it.
Success lingers around me. I just have to grab onto it.
Where I focus my thoughts is where I will focus my efforts.
When I look at my past, I only see my accomplishments. I do not see failures.
Success is a reality that I live in.
No one is going to hand me success. Everything requires effort on my part.
Some things are harder to do than other things. Which ones do I want to do today?
My success is unlike anyone else's, and the more I share it with others, the more successful I will become.
Positivity leads to success in more ways than I will ever understand.
Positivity leads to success in more ways than I will ever understand.
If I think it, I believe it. And if I believe in it, all I have to do is put in the work to make it real.
Success is found in so many other places in my life.
I will not let the stress of yesterday burden me today.
Stress only burdens my success if I let it.
My life is all about balancing success and being humble.
I am thankful for the people I have watched become successful for they have been guides for my own success.
When I hear a negative comment today, I will identify it as such and then put a positive spin on it.
Success can be found in all areas of life and I will do my best today to make myself even more successful in all I do.
I am the director of success in my career.
My success is best when shared.
you’re standing in line at the grocery store or waiting for an elevator.
You have no more than a minute to kill. And yet, before you’ve even processed what you’re doing, you’ve pulled out your phone and have begun to mindlessly scroll through TikTok or Instagram.
Sound familiar?
It does to Adrian Ward, an associate professor at the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin who studies people's relationships to technology.
“It’s not even an urge,” he says. “There’s no intention.” In his experience, checking your phone is often automatic.
Research suggests plenty of people do the same thing.
Maxi Heitmayer, a teaching fellow who studies human-computer interaction at the London School of Economics and Political Science, found in a small 2022 experiment that only 11% of people’s smartphone checks were in response to a notification.
The other 89% of the time, they checked their phones totally unprompted, often without thinking through why they were doing it.
The call of your phone
Why? Heitmayer thinks that, in our ultra plugged-in world, we’re so used to constant stimulation that we feel uncomfortable when we’re not doing anything, even for just a few seconds.
Phones are so good at relieving such discomfort that Shiri Melumad, an associate professor at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, calls them “adult pacifiers.”
Much as a child totes around a toy or blanket to feel safe, adults draw comfort from the constant, familiar presence of their phones, Melumad says.
You may lean on your digital pacifier deliberately when you’re alone at a party and feeling awkward, say or simply because you’ve become accustomed to always having something to occupy your brain.
Ward, meanwhile, calls smartphones a “supernormal stimulus,” or something “beyond anything we evolved to deal with or make decisions about.”
Our brains are hardwired to seek out rewards like knowledge, entertainment, and social connection, all of which were much harder to find before we had tiny computers at our fingertips, Ward says.
Now that we do, our phones are basically 24/7a buffet for our brains, endlessly and easily serving up the things they want.
Of course, our minds can’t help but gorge themselves.
Never mind that some studies suggest mindless scrolling, and smartphone use in general, can actually increase boredom
reaching for the phone gives us something to do, and a feeling that that “something” is more rewarding than whatever is happening to us in the real world.
“Unless what you’re doing right here, right now, is the most interesting thing you could possibly be doing, your phone at some level” perhaps not even a conscious one" represents a better alternative,” Ward says.
Is that a bad thing?
The answer is complex, Melumad says.
“It’s a little bit alarmist to say that smartphones are addictive and they’re [all] bad,” she says.
Smartphones can certainly connect us to troubling content, whether we seek it out or not, and there are valid arguments about the downsides of losing the ability to do nothing, Melumad says.
But some aspects of smartphone use can also be beneficial. It’s not necessarily problematic to self-soothe by texting a friend or watching a funny TikTok video after a stressful work day, for instance.
A quick phone check probably isn’t doing your brain any real harm,
But to Ward, it's also worth considering how all those little checks add up.
Over time, constant scrolling could have a negative effect on your job performance, relationships, sleep, and possibly even physical safety, if you’re doing things like checking your phone while you walk or drive.
There’s also a mental-health element to consider.
Although not all researchers agree, many believe that heavy smartphone and social-media use harms psychological well-being.
Even beyond that, people tend to beat themselves up about their screen time.
As of 2022, about 60% of U.S. adults, and 80% of those under 30, said they were on their phones “too much.”
When you give into your urges and check your phone, then feel guilty about it, “the feeling of failure adds insult to injury,”
How to keep your phone-checking habit in check
If you want to break the habit of constant checking, you’ll have to work at it.
The more you’ve trained your brain to expect constant diversion, the harder it will be to kick the compulsion. But it is possible.
Part of that process as you can probably guess is getting used to being without your phone.
Many studies, including Ward’s, have found that simply having your phone near you, even if it’s not buzzing or lighting up with a notification, is enough to distract you and give you the itch to check.
You don’t have to quit cold turkey, Ward says. (In fact, some research suggests this kind of abrupt digital detox can trigger anxiety.)
To ease in, start going without your phone for set periods of time, like when you’re working on an important project or want to give all of your attention to your friend or partner.
Over time, as you get used to being without your device, it may get easier to resist that constant pull to check.
You may even find that you want to leave your phone behind more and more often, Ward says.
Building awareness is also helpful. paying attention to how different kinds of smartphone use make you feel.
Reading a news article on your phone, for example, may bring up different feelings than doomscrolling.
If you catch yourself swiping through your phone without even absorbing the content, take a moment to ask yourself what’s driving your behavior.
Do you actually want to be on it, or are you just putting off a less-fun task?
Tam is one of the researchers who has found that smartphone usage can increase boredom which may be handy to remember if you’re trying to cut back on your screen time.
Shifting your mindset to think of phone usage not as a salve, but as a crutch, may make it easier to cut back.
Sometimes, Tam says, “it’s our behavior that makes us feel bored.”
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