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Paper Trails: How Notebooks Changed The World | Roland Allen
The Daily Stoic
Evolution and Significance of Notebooks
Exploring the history and significance of notebooks, from Erasmus' commonplace book in the 1510s to modern concepts like the 'second brain' and patient diaries in ICUs during COVID. The chapter discusses the importance of physical handwriting for memory retention, reflecting on the shift towards digital note-taking in education and the discipline required for journaling and writing by hand. It delves into the process of externalizing thoughts through writing, from documenting events historically to turning emotions into thoughts in diaries for self-reflection.
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