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The Daily Stoic
Paper Trails: How Notebooks Changed The World | Roland Allen
Jun 26, 2024
Renowned author Roland Allen discusses his upcoming book, 'The Notebook: A History of Thinking on Paper.' He dives into how notebooks revolutionized thought and writing, tracing their evolution from mere inventions to essential cognitive tools. The conversation explores the deep connection between handwriting and memory retention, and the therapeutic benefits of journaling for emotional processing. Roland also contrasts the emotional weight of analog notebooks with the fleeting nature of digital records, enriching the dialogue with insights from historical figures like Marcus Aurelius.
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- Practicing gratitude journaling aligns with Stoic principles, fostering appreciation for life's gifts.
- The significance of keeping notebooks lies in reviewing past insights as external memory aids.
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Gratitude Journaling and Stoicism
Practicing gratitude journaling, popularized by Oprah Winfrey, aligns with Stoic principles of feeling thankful. Marcus Aurelius emphasized viewing everything as a gift from the gods, fostering a mindset of appreciation for what one has.
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