The video provides advice and coping mechanisms for the author’s past self to be more productive and happy. These include writing everything down, using a calendar for events, accepting one’s autism diagnosis [lol @ how the ai generalized this], asking for clarification when communication is unclear, organizing notes with hyperlinks, and using timers and the Pomodoro Technique to structure work. An interesting point is that the author recommends storing one’s “brain” in plain text files instead of proprietary apps to ensure longevity. Externalizing information helps augment memory.
ok the list version is way more reasonable lol
The speaker relies heavily on external systems like writing things down, using calendars, task lists, and note taking apps to augment his memory and organize his thoughts.
He recommends using plain text formats like Markdown instead of proprietary apps to store information externally.
Hyperlinks between notes and pages are an important feature to create an external “brain”.
He has ADHD and autism which affects his communication and memory, so external systems help compensate.
He recommends doing the hardest tasks first thing to be most productive.
Focusing on positives and useful emotions instead of negatives helps him.
Using timers and the Pomodoro Technique tricks his brain into being productive.
He develops systems by starting manually, noticing patterns, and then automating those patterns.
He relies on triggers and feedback loops to form good habits.
The most important advice is to just start now and keep at it.
The video provides advice and coping mechanisms for the author’s past self to be more productive and happy. These include writing everything down, using a calendar for events, accepting one’s autism diagnosis [lol @ how the ai generalized this], asking for clarification when communication is unclear, organizing notes with hyperlinks, and using timers and the Pomodoro Technique to structure work. An interesting point is that the author recommends storing one’s “brain” in plain text files instead of proprietary apps to ensure longevity. Externalizing information helps augment memory. ok the list version is way more reasonable lol
The speaker relies heavily on external systems like writing things down, using calendars, task lists, and note taking apps to augment his memory and organize his thoughts.
He recommends using plain text formats like Markdown instead of proprietary apps to store information externally.
Hyperlinks between notes and pages are an important feature to create an external “brain”.
He has ADHD and autism which affects his communication and memory, so external systems help compensate.
He recommends doing the hardest tasks first thing to be most productive.
Focusing on positives and useful emotions instead of negatives helps him.
Using timers and the Pomodoro Technique tricks his brain into being productive.
He develops systems by starting manually, noticing patterns, and then automating those patterns.
He relies on triggers and feedback loops to form good habits.
The most important advice is to just start now and keep at it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUZ9VATeF_4