Life's a Journey; Take Good Notes

Take notes to take note

Here's a brief recap of my last five posts:

1. You Are a Grand Synthesis - You are the sum total of a complex myriad of inputs. You are a unique synthesis. Be aware of all the puzzle pieces you've been collecting and incorporating into your worldview.

2. Raising Your Own Awareness - A journal can help raise your awareness, which can lead to summoning your inner observer more regularly and more intentionally.

3. Habit-Propelled - Make writing part of your routine. Practice makes better.

4. Nuance and Generosity - You have to observe with an open mind to not miss wisdom from unlikely places.

5. Mining for Gems - There are nuggets of wisdom everywhere. The more you look for them, the more you will find.

From Private Victory to Public Victory

Bringing all of this together, the overarching goal is to keep a better record of your own journey. In the moment, having access to this record will make it easier to recall the observations you've had and the gems you've discovered. And over the long run, reviewing and reflecting on this record will give you more opportunities to spot trends in your thinking, which can help lead you to the discovery of your passion, your philosophy, and your mission.

This private victory sets you up for public victory. Armed with this growing record and this growing awareness, you will bring more value to all of your interactions. Your insights will have more depth and your note-taking will be a model for others to follow.