E29 Umar Rafique: Real Story And Result From A Student Taking Obsidian University
Oct 11, 2023
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Umar Rafique, a student of Obsidian University, shares his experience taking the course and leveling up his note-taking and studying skills. He discusses the challenges in getting started with personal knowledge management using Obsidian and emphasizes the importance of creating a personalized system. They also talk about the importance of understanding in note-taking, using music playlists for studying, books that have resonated, and the benefits of note-taking for active learning. The podcast also includes a humorous discussion on peanut butter preferences and encourages students to explore alternative learning methods.
Obsidian University helped Umar improve his note-taking and studying skills.
Umar faced challenges in developing a personalized system and overcoming laziness when starting to use Obsidian.
Customizing the note-taking system to fit his needs and connecting diverse areas of knowledge has fueled Umar's passion for learning.
Deep dives
Umar's Experience with Obsidian University
Umar discusses his experience taking the Obsidian University course and how it has helped him improve his note-taking and studying skills.
Challenges Faced in Note-Taking and Obsidian
Umar shares the biggest challenges he faced when starting to use Obsidian, including the struggle to develop a personalized system and overcoming laziness.
Personalizing the Note-Taking System
Umar explains how he customized the note-taking system taught in Obsidian University to fit his own needs and preferences, making it more effective for his learning style.
Developing a Polymathic Approach to Learning
Umar discusses his passion for studying various subjects and how Obsidian and personal knowledge management have allowed him to connect diverse areas of knowledge, fueling his interest in becoming a polymath.
Tips for Effective Note-Taking and Studying
Umar emphasizes the importance of making note-taking and studying enjoyable, suggests time-blocking as a solution for staying consistent, and highlights the benefits of reading outside of class to broaden one's understanding and perspective.
Umar is a student of my course Obsidian University, teaching you how to level up your notetaking and studying in Obsidian. He has known about Obsidian for two years but never got motivated enough to get started. Over the past few months, he has delved into Obsidian learning to compound his knowledge base inside and outside school and deepened his love for learning. He has more time ACTUALLY to enjoy college and make memories. And he has made a good friend out of me along the way.
In this episode you will learn:
A students experience taking Obsidian University to level up their notetaking and studying
Biggest mistakes Umar wishes he had avoided beginning to use Obsidian