I did this for 800 days and it changed my life

Summary by Krater

The creator discusses how using a physical pocket notebook for daily to-dos, sketching, and notes for two years has helped him slow down and organize his life, concluding that analog writing provides valuable mental calm and focus.

From the video

Answers: Why should I carry a pocket notebook?

• pocket notebooks
• analog note-taking
• daily to-do lists
• pocket organizers
• EDC (everyday carry)
• sketching and drawing

What it concludes

• Carrying a physical pocket notebook helps tame and organize daily thoughts and tasks into a controllable environment.
• Using a notebook for 30 days is enough time to build a new journaling habit.
• Two years of consistent notebook use significantly moves the needle in terms of productivity and focus.
• Analog note-taking provides a grounding and slowing-down effect that digital tools cannot match.