Notebook Philosophy

I help you use notebooks to study, think, read, and master yourself more deeply.

How to Keep a Compendium Notebook

The Best Notebook Method for Self-Study And Mastering New Subjects

Jun 9 •

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An Aphorism A Day for All of May!

I’m behind on my companion essay for chapters 13 & 14 of our read-along of C.S.

May 2 •

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How I Use Notebooks for Creative Writing

I just posted a new ParkNotes video on my method for using catch-all pocket notebooks and designated science fiction and fantasy notebooks for…

Mar 26 •

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I Just Signed My First Book Deal. Thanks Substack!

Journal Like a Philosopher is coming!

Mar 6 •

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How to Make Your Own Commonplace Book

A History, Analysis, & Tips for Organizing CPBs

Jan 27 •

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Retrieving Aphoristic Philosophy

Journaling Like Gandalf the Gray

Dec 2, 2024 •

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Commonplace Books Earned Me 3 Master's Degrees

And Now They Pay My Mortgage

Jul 31, 2024 •

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