How This Pocket Notebook Changed My Life.

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I've been carrying around some little notebooks for about 3 months now and it's completely changed the way that I navigate the world and how I take notes.
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@zoeoe_00 11 ай бұрын

10:07 I have one notebook, and sectioned it into 3 chapters, if you want to call it that. I used the first 20 pages for 'thoughts/ideas', some pages in the middle of the note book for 'tasks', and the last few ones for 'quotes'. I didn't really want to carry three separate notebooks around, so it really helped me to do it that way. Also, I sticked the little sticky notes onto the first page of every section, so I would have quicker acces to them Loved the video by the way ^^

@laurameszaros9547 10 ай бұрын

Try a pocket sized traveller's notebook. Still slim and small but lets you section and compartmentalise better than a single notebook would do.

@TheElegantPelican 9 ай бұрын

@@laurameszaros9547 Any recommendations? I would like to find one that isn't too bulky but I don't know which one.

@dantilton2060 5 ай бұрын

How do you setup each section ? Do you label a section by the day and date ? Hope that made sense ?

@zoeoe_00 5 ай бұрын

@dantilton2060 depends on the section. In the first section, I just scribble everything everywhere. In the Task-section, I always put a new headline over the tasks, consisting of the date, whether it's a school day or not, and the time I wake up, then write all my tasks for that day underneath. And the quotes section is the same as the first one

@dantilton2060 5 ай бұрын

@@zoeoe_00 thanks ! I have used pocket notebooks for years but so disorganized and all over the place . I will subdivide it up and give it a try!

@danielm7435 10 ай бұрын

When I have a notebook, or even just a folded sheet of paper to write stuff down I actually have the thought at the end of the day when I’m emptying my pockets, “ wait, I wrote something down earlier.” I never have that thought when taking notes on my phone.

@wisdomcries 11 ай бұрын

I have several old small notebooks lurking in my bedroom since primary school and this video motivated me to use them.

@wisdomcries 11 ай бұрын

Your speaking is improving and becoming more vibrant. I'll keep following.

@Neeintje 6 ай бұрын

All of us rediscovering that a notebook was better in the first place and going back to it 🤓

@kan-zee 9 ай бұрын

You have a good relaxing , easy to listen to voice.... Good points you make about the benefits of a notebook 8:46 ..Looking forward to your EDC Notebook KIT !!

@ryanpoirier1660 11 ай бұрын

Consistently putting out bangers. Would love to see an edc vid. Keep it up.

@savyisofficial 10 ай бұрын

Keep going bro…. Ima see you at the top, we are FREEing ourselves 🙏🏽

@AngelReyes-hc4ne 11 ай бұрын

Pocket notebooks are so underrated! I’m now starting to use a planner I’m so excited

@marinamorales39 10 ай бұрын

So happy that you found using a notebook. The reason it works is, as you know, when you write things down you remember. It just is like that for everyone.

@rebeccac4751 10 ай бұрын

Treat yourself and get a Lochby pocket notebook cover (the smaller one that fits the Field Journal you were using). You can fit a pen in the front pocket, it zips up, you can put a few cards in it….an EDC.

@fatimadiaby2201 11 ай бұрын

The to-do lists have been carrying my days hands downs 🙌🏾

@jacoblautaha1292 11 ай бұрын

recently discovered your channel and love the authenticity and vibe of your videos, keep it up brodie.

@maiapapaia 11 ай бұрын

I don't usually leave comments on youtube but I HAVE to tell how great your content is and im glad I found your channel. Motivated me so well to use my phone less and now im trying this new notepad thing too for a while, just trying to see how it goes. Thank youuu a lot😇

@theabrahamdiop 11 ай бұрын

so glad to hear that! im glad i can help

@atashiacalubaquib 10 ай бұрын

5his is how i feel abt him too !

@L0wSkiller 8 ай бұрын

Hey man, how's the notebook been treating you? I started using notes on my phone not too long ago and it really improved my productivity, but it being the phone itself has natural drawbacks. I have an old phone I'm thinking of using to download podcasts/audiobooks, so i don't need to use my actual phone for general day to day music stuff while I'm at work, and honestly never thought of using a physical notebook until this video. I'm curious how it's been treating you 🫠

@Stormbrise 9 ай бұрын

As someone who is AuDHd, I find analog works for me. I want to get back into building a second brain, now that I have finished my thesis. However, like you if I try to remember to put a reminder or note into my phone, I am lost to the other dopamine hits I can get from the device. I am also time blind, I have no real clue how long some tasks will take me. So, I just plan blocks of time to do things. Like morning routine, and I have done task stacking with these should take me 30 minutes, or 1 hour every other or every 3rd day. Atomic Habits is a great book, I have started to think more of using habits and Clears advice in building and working toward my goals. Thanks for the great video, I am a new subscriber.

@themoreyousee. 11 ай бұрын

deserve more subscribers, views, likes and comments so underrated.

@HorsepowerHeaven 11 ай бұрын

Lefty’s unite!!! I’ve been using a 64 page soft cover moleskin for quite a while now. I usually divide the book into three sections - To do list, Thoughts/Ideas, Things to remember. I like the thickness of it and how it’s able to fit in my right back pocket. I also carry a left handed bolt action pen from tactile turn. It’s expensive but it’s one and done! Never buying another pen again this writes like a dream.

@shane6242 11 ай бұрын

Ah! I see a Traveler's Notebook in your future...the Passport size. So portable and handy!

@ManuelLopez-kf9pd 10 ай бұрын

I really like to carry my pocket book every where to write notes, thoughts, feelings and ideas.

@bushh6414 11 ай бұрын

been using pocket notebooks since this month started but i didn't know how to organize everything i want in the notebooks so i have separate ones for different fields + added a table of contents in them and # the pages. Writing something down over typing feels way better even though i disliked writing in school. Can't tell you how many times ive been out of it, just for me to take a glance through my notebook and get right back to action! way too many quotes lmao. also construct that edc video take yuh time ❤love the vibes man!

@tjs555 11 ай бұрын

completely agree man, shits so helpful, been writing to do list the night before, then journaling what happened in the day. works so well

@teezski 10 ай бұрын

about to start 🙌🏾

@XwynntopiaX 4 ай бұрын

I really liked this video. I have watched a number of videos where people say they have been carrying around a pocket notebook, so I got one for myself and a carrying case from Etsy that really looks nice. I'm glad I listened!

@annette681 10 ай бұрын

Really helpful video. I like that you show how you use your notebook. Thanks!

@lizziedeerest 11 ай бұрын

I think my go-to would be Moleskine or Leuchtturm. I am a huge planner nerd and also enjoy art. I also saw that you can buy pen loops that you stick into the back of any notebook. Side note: I’ve seen people rave about Pen + Gear, and those of course are very affordable

@Self-Improvement-Today 10 ай бұрын

You're life changing man keep it up

@enen27 11 ай бұрын

Hi! I just wanted to say that I really enjoy your videos, keep going!

@emileiguitar 11 ай бұрын

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@theabrahamdiop 11 ай бұрын

@swxizzy_ 10 ай бұрын

amazing video definitely getting a pocket journal

@leboblack 10 ай бұрын

Clean content 💫

@juzzyfaz 11 ай бұрын

thank you so much for the advice!

@JosephDickson 10 ай бұрын

Beyond using a notebook, turn off notifications on all apps that don’t matter. I choose to check everything manually once or twice a day.

@eiguajardo 11 күн бұрын

I convinced myself I needed a new iPhone bc of all of the writing I was going to do on notes. I have spend the last months decorating that ¨stoopid¨ phone and doing no writing I used to disregard pocket size notebooks thinking "who needs that?", now I know!

@tjs555 11 ай бұрын

hey man, thomson from the call last week. fr appreciate u for putting me on, been using a notebook to journal/write routines/organise myself ever since i first saw ur stuff. preciate ur work fr.

@theabrahamdiop 11 ай бұрын

ayeeee what’s good man, how was the game? glad i could put you onto the notebook stuff man.

@bradley6717 11 ай бұрын

Always good videos, thanks.

@kdhd100 10 ай бұрын

Fully agree ..... Better to use pocket diary than smartphones.... All should watch this video

@kathrynhorn8095 10 ай бұрын

There are companies that sell these pen loops that you would be able to attach to your notebook, and they are stretchy so that they would be able to accommodate to various sizes of pens. Or I've seen people sacrifice a page in the notebook and fashion a loop out of tape, I've also clipped the pen in my front pocket and placed the notebook in my back pocket so that way if I need a pen when signing something so that way I dont have to guess if the pen at the register works or not. Thanks for the content :)

@BobAg_ 9 ай бұрын

As a fellow lefty, I feel your smudgey pain! I usually have to put something under my hand, acting as a blotter.

@debnn4854 10 ай бұрын

Good on you for discipline and organization! My penmanship has deteriorated due to a broken wrist and the internet browsing. (Am a leftie also).

@crunchybroll4731 11 ай бұрын

Would you be interested in making a day in the life vlog?

@kyryl.dls24 11 ай бұрын

i use the small moleskin notebooks for a year now and it’s convenient they come in packs of 3 and have a lil pocket inside for loose paper or smth. i get the brown one so i draw on the cover to personalize it lmao also an edc vid would be so clutch 🙏🏻

@4211Rob 9 ай бұрын

Pilot G-2 07 in red is my on the go choice for a pen. Thank you for your excellent talk.

@kmblume1 7 ай бұрын

I've been using a Midori A6 size pocket notebook with grid ruled paper. I enjoy it!

@joshdangelo7186 9 ай бұрын

its the "call out" in the to do list for me

@JeffCline1 6 ай бұрын

Please include in the show notes the links to the notebooks and the cover you mention in the video. Well done presentation!

@vanessa8282vr 10 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏 I love your quotes. One of the best one I like is 'Greatness takes sacrifice' love the journals idea will check it out

@masha1980 10 ай бұрын

I’m a lefty too and ball point pens are the best for non-smudging. Gel pens are fancy but my hand ends up inky.

@joshuamejia8775 9 ай бұрын

I have about 200+ pens. You might really enjoy a Uni-ball Jetstream 0.7mm pen. It is a rollerball pen with ink specifically made to dry quickly, which is good for left-handed users. The ink flows smoother than a cheap ballpoint, and the lines are sharper and faster-drying than a typical gel pen like a Pilot G2.

@hildabo 10 ай бұрын

I like your thought process, very useful info

@ortegaangelo 9 ай бұрын

Good video 🙏 I also started to use it for mentioned reasons and it even makes fun

@7775Kevin 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for this. Well done

@deloreschambers5152 10 ай бұрын

Nice video and I learned a lot. I’m having the same challenges with my notebooks too versus using digital. You made some valid and useful points.

@shanury_fly9244 9 ай бұрын

Ever heard of flat pens ? They're really easy to fit into books and notebooks and are literally life savers. Thanks for your content, loved the video

@Carina_Rose 10 ай бұрын

How timely, a few weeks ago I realized that I wasn’t using my bullet journal bc it was too big and I needed to get a pocket notebook to literally keep in my pocket to take notes as they pop in my head. Took me a while to find a pocket sized one with thick enough paper for me to be able to use my favorite pen (Sharpie Pen), that also came with dot or square grid instead of just lines. It’s helped so much and so far it’s mostly just been my monthly and daily to-do lists.

@srtwrc5 10 ай бұрын

Can I ask what notebook you found.

@Carina_Rose 10 ай бұрын

@@srtwrc5 Digbats A6 notebook. I got it on Amazon.

5 ай бұрын

Man, I agree with your trick: except* it is a holy grail, "missing date & time" on all your notes

@profetik777 Ай бұрын

Left handed like me! He is the chosen one!

@sharkfinnegan 9 ай бұрын

Hey dude! Awesome video! I was just thinking that you might like Leuchtturm notebooks. I've been using them for my EDC notebook for years now and love them. I use the hardcover pocket size, with dotted paged - but they've got lots of different options of sizes, colours, cover formats, and internal formats (lined, blank, dotted, etc.). You can get them monogrammed too. They're more expensive than lots of other notebooks, but entirely worth it in my experience. High quality paper, good size, good cover, and they also have those ribbon bookmarks that you mentioned you like. I work in carpentry and carry my notebook with me every single day while I work, and they stand up really well to the abuse of riding around in work pants with sawdust, dirt, and moisture all day. Would highly recommend!

@robgilbert3395 10 ай бұрын

Nailed it!

@XX-se6sn 10 ай бұрын

An EDC video would be sick !!

@brendalg4 9 ай бұрын

I have chronic pain, so yes sometimes I struggle to shower. Or even to get up to go to the bathroom

@chilllisten6459 9 ай бұрын

Almost every youtuber speaks about Atomic habits, i think i should buy this book, it time, thanks Abram nice video

@user-bz7fg1pk4lbo7 8 ай бұрын

Well, honestly..... If I was the Boss and was in a meeting and telling an employee something I wanted done, if he pulled out his phone and started typing or scrolling, I would be someone irritated or concerned. Because you never know what people are doing on their phone, and some people will actually respond to a text while you are talking to them and simply nod as if they are paying attention to you. However, if he took out a notebook and pen and began writing, I would assume he's taking notes and wanting to get the info I'm giving him. So, your point about not being able to pull your phone out just anytime at work, kinda makes sense.

@Evan-g3z 7 ай бұрын

You make me think of an old friend of mine named Tevin Lamar. Love the content man good stuff good stuff

@ElevateWithEman 10 ай бұрын

left hand gang!

@ioKaza 11 ай бұрын

goat video as always dawg

@sketcherssksk5711 11 ай бұрын

BANGERS

@chantillyviolin 8 ай бұрын

I really enjoyed your video. Have you tried the Rite in the Rain notebooks? They are really nice. Waterproof, which is handy I guess, but the paper just feels wonderful. They are high quality books and come in a nice variety of sizes and dimensions. I have several different sizes from the 3"x2" up to a 7"x9" and a hardback notebook. They are very sturdy and will take residing in a pocket quite well. Thanks for your beautiful video. I'm subscribing. I found you to be very insightful and I will be listening to more.

@_HeheHaha9 9 ай бұрын

Good video, very informative.

@shethewriter 6 ай бұрын

Dude your knit blankets and stuff are AWESOME where did you get them? Did you make them? What yarn?

@torr5952 9 ай бұрын

Nice video!

@mccartyzoe 10 ай бұрын

Great video

@NiceSounds-s1b 11 ай бұрын

U should do a day in the life?

@susankorotkin3386 10 ай бұрын

Enjoyed your video. I use a small Muju notebook, they’re inexpensive, handle fountain pens well. Great since they’re slim, when I fill one up, grab another. I do keep on separate notebook for doctor visits. At this point I’ve been using it for about 6 years. Don’t go to the Dr a lot, but can compare easily my last physical etc. keep up the good work!

@Ka7ple1 4 ай бұрын

Once you find a notebook & pen system, stick with it. but don't be afraid of trying some new ones too. As fat as your penmanship, if you can read your own writing, don't worry about it. No one else is going to read it. Unless you share your notebook with someone. I've been journaling for 40+ years now, but I still try out new notebooks, and also new ways of organizing what I write. I have tried the multiple notebook thing, one for thoughts, one for Quotes, one for todo lists, and I found that using more than one notebook just does not work for me, But it might work for you. Give it a shot. Experiment and don't be afraid to chage it up if it's not working. I really enjoyed the video, and IMHO you are on the right track. Good luck with it and keep writing!

@theabrahamdiop 4 ай бұрын

thanks! i love trying out new stuff. I just got a Moleskine and a leuchtturm too! And currently using some Zebra Gel pens.

@ukuleleplus 10 ай бұрын

Very helpful ❤

@kubitza 11 ай бұрын

Hey, could you make a video talking about using Notion and how you utilize it?

@openlybookish 10 ай бұрын

Lefties rule. Great idea. Especially if you love journaling.

@TonyThomas10000 8 ай бұрын

Try Pentel Energel pens and Field Notes or Moleskine notebooks.

@rodneybrown5889 9 ай бұрын

First thing… I am a lefty as well…., second, my brand of pocket notebook, is Moleskine, and I have quite a few waiting for me to put pen to paper lol…..I really need to start using them….

@PlanYourOneLife 9 ай бұрын

You need to buy a Leuchtturm 1917 pocket size notebook. 😅 Great video! I always have a notebook with me. I can't use just any pen either. 😂

@A.Williams222 10 ай бұрын

Is their any other way to pay for the 1/1 coaching ain’t got a credit card

@gorillatube3363 9 ай бұрын

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@funkymonkey8777 10 ай бұрын

Thanks 🙏🏻

@themoreyousee. 11 ай бұрын

boosting the algorithm

@imklix 10 ай бұрын

Please do an edc video! 🎉

@JoeBlack9 10 ай бұрын

👍

@danielmajd2852 9 ай бұрын

Bro Honor 5x. I used to have phone. Good times

@almasanchez4695 5 ай бұрын

Didn't see links for notebooks

@Matak1991 10 ай бұрын

Recently, I started using a pocket book too, but I started to have a couple of problems. First, when I have a thought going around in my head and I need to write it down to calm my mind, it helps, buuut))) i immediately forget about it afterward, and second, I really struggle to reread what I have written... With my iPhone, I have the same problem: a lot of notes and reminders that I don't reread and don't pay attention to. It just became annoying.

@brendalg4 9 ай бұрын

How do we make the notebook lie flat?