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Tiago Forte, creator of *Building a Second Brain*, argues that a knowledge system isn’t about hoarding information; it’s about making it useful. His **C.O.D.E. framework** (Capture, Organize, Distill, Express) breaks this down:
• **Capture** the ideas and insights that spark your interest. A sticky note, a voice memo, or an app like Notion—whatever works.
• **Organize** them so you can find them later. Categories, tags, or even a simple “Projects” list will do.
• **Distill** your notes into their essential meaning. Ask: What’s the big takeaway here?
• **Express** your ideas by using them in your work. Share them in a blog, design a product, or test them out in conversation.
The magic lies in simplicity. You’re not saving *everything*—just what sparks curiosity or solves a problem. The goal? To create a system that serves your life, not one you’re constantly “fixing.”
How to Build a Personal Knowledge System That Fuels Your Creativity
Jenn- jscreative
Someone may only be able to do one thing at a time, and they may have a very hard time solving problems. One reason that problems can feel difficult is that executive dysfunction affects flexible thinking, which is the ability to see an issue from more than one angle.
What Is Executive Dysfunction in ADHD?
Ariane Resnick
I’m a huge advocate of writing in the morning. Science clearly shows that the brain is most readily creative immediately following sleep. Your subconscious never sleeps, and is always engaged in figuring out your problems and making key connections. As Thomas Edison said, “Never go to sleep without a request to your subconscious.”
How to Turn Journal Ramblings Into Viral Articles
Dr. Benjamin Hardy
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