I am tempted to build a second brain

Today marks the start of a new journey for me, and I'm excited to share it with you. The journey I'm referring to is one of self-discovery and personal growth, as I work to build a second brain and to explore the many benefits that come with it. In our fast-paced and ever-changing world, it's easy to get lost in the distractions and noise of everyday life. We are constantly bombarded with information, and it can be difficult to keep up.

Welcome to my new series of articles inspired by the book "Building a Second Brain" by Tiago Forte. To be 100% transparent, I have not even started reading this book and I am already influenced. The concept of building a second brain has been gaining popularity in recent years, and for good reason. The idea is that we can leverage technology to create an external system that works in tandem with our internal brain to boost our productivity, creativity, and overall quality of life. The book "Building a Second Brain" is a comprehensive guide to this concept, exploring the various tools and techniques that can be used to create a second brain. In this series of articles, I will be sharing my own experiences as I implement these techniques in my own life. I will also be sharing insights, tips, and tricks that I have learned along the way. But I will also share experiences at work and things I learn - things I would want my future (and past?) self to read.

I truly believe I grew up in the age of social media so all of this information overload and oversharing comes naturally to me. But it's still easy to feel overwhelmed by the constant influx of information and distractions. I am constantly bombarded with emails, social media notifications, and the demands of my personal and professional lives. The result is that I struggle to stay focused and on top of things, leading to feelings of stress and burnout (truly exposing myself here). The idea behind building a second brain is that we can leverage technology to create an external system that acts as an extension of our internal brain. This system can be used to store and organize our thoughts, ideas, and knowledge, freeing up space in our internal brain and allowing us to focus on the things that truly matter.

Building a second brain also provides us with a powerful tool for personal growth and self-discovery. By taking the time to reflect on our thoughts and ideas, and to organize them in a structured way, we can gain new insights into our own minds and understand ourselves better. In the past, I started a newsletter as a platform to share my thoughts and experiences with others. However, despite my best intentions, I never really got around to writing regularly and the newsletter never really took off. But that's all about to change! I've decided to use my personal website as the sole platform for my content moving forward. I plan to write about the things I learn in both my professional life and my personal life. My goal is to create a space where I can reflect on my experiences and share what I've learned with others.

As I get older and inch closer to 30 (I can’t believe it is already here), I can definitely feel my memory lacking. That's one of the reasons why I'm so excited about this new series of articles. Building a second brain is not only about boosting productivity and creativity, but it's also about preserving our memories and our knowledge. By creating an external system to store and organize our thoughts and ideas, we can ensure that they don't get lost or forgotten.

Growing up, I had a passion for reading and writing. I loved to immerse myself in books and to express myself through writing. However, as an adult, the demands of life have made it difficult to find the time for these things that I once loved. Despite my best intentions, I just haven't made the time. But I'm determined to change that with this new series of articles. Writing is a great way to reflect on our experiences and to share what we've learned with others. By writing about my journey building a second brain, I hope to reignite my passion for writing and to connect with others who share my interests. So, whether you're an avid reader and writer like I once was, or someone who is just starting to explore these interests, I hope that this series of articles will be a valuable resource for you. I can't wait to get started!