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Hello. Thought i'll find like minded people here. recently made a short film called Words, applied a lot of techniques I've learnt from you and and seen massive benefits by applying them. especially Morning pages by Tim Ferris to ink down day to day problems - ua-cam.com/video/0F9KGvTeeTA/v-deo.html | Would love to know what you think...
It was helping me, until people started raiding my stash like a bunch of pirates everytime I turned my back, so now I just write on YT , and I have some control over it, although sometimes I don't because I don't have phone rights for some reason? but most of the time I can get out what I want , under my YT name, it's thereaputic. Of course there's still stuff I'd like to write about , or get out, without having eyes watching as I'm writing ( I can't do that anymore) but this is better than nothing, glad it helps u 2.
Summary Key Points: - Write to freeze your thoughts and look at them in a different way whenever you want - lawyers are great at that as they are trained and skilled at looking and thinking about every word and its' meaning - writing is rewriting - 2 scrappy pages per day minimum of writing, brain vomit, worthless - then revise them in at least 3 rounds, first for yourself, second round of edits, for his fans who would love it, third round for the critics who will be twisting everything - ask people to highlights parts that are unclear - if something makes you wonder highlight it - if you doubt it take it out - indicate the 10% I should keep no matter what - if I had to cut 10% what would you cut - Writing systematically and revising systematically will help you in becoming a good and skilled writer - Writing is the most important practice
I’ve been writing in my journal every night for the past few years and doing morning pages since the beginning of the year. It has definitely made me less anxious, helped me worked out problems, and focus my days.
Thank you. My husband is absolutely brilliant at everything, very intimidating, and now I can see what has been helping him. He constantly types out any realizations and thoughts he has. He says that it helped him gain so much clarity on life and where he is going in general. I will also be trying out these morning pages.
Just as a photograph captures a moment we cherish, writing captures our thoughts in the moment, helping gain clarity on our thoughts. Writing down our thoughts also helps take the load off our mind from things which may stress us out. Writing regularly helps us become more articulate n analytical, thereby helping in problem solving.
Thanks Tim! I was writing the first couple months of the year and have gotten away from it the past few weeks. I've noticed my meditations haven't been as deep and there's been an underlying feeling of disconnect recently. Figuring it was the isolation or possibly because I've been watching the news again (gag), I keep on keeping on. In this morning's meditation, I could feel a push back toward my pen and paper. I love the serendipity that I wasn't looking for anything regarding this subject and you arrived on my screen. No accidents! Be well brother!!!
Summary: - Ferris credits much of the success he has had to writing and by constantly practicing writing - Writing lets you analyze your thoughts and sharpen them to ensure your statements are not confusing - very difficult to do in your head - Write 2 pages a day, even if they are crappy, that way you set yourself up for improving the next day - Rewriting is key Rewriting: - When rewriting, first rewrite for yourself, then rewrite based on what your fans want, and lastly rewrite based on how critics will twist your words/sentences - Also have professional writers proof read your work - lawyers or people with legal experience are excellent substitutes - People can love or hate your work, but it should not be confusing - remove any confusing words or sentences - When rewriting be aware when your mind is wandering while reading - it can indicate the current part is too slow/boring - When in doubt take it out
I'm not a professional writer, but these tips really resonated with me and have given me some new ideas to try in my own writing. I would also include UA-cam comments, Twitter replies and all other written communications in the "two crappy pages a day". Going back and re-reading your writing a day wiser and with other people's feedback, reactions and consequences presents a valuable lens through which to improve your writing and communication. I imagine looking back through your old videos and listening to previous podcasts has a similar effect. I think it's key to take the layered approach to editing as Tim suggests; be open to receiving feedback at every stage, from different sources and viewpoints, but balancing it fairly with your vision and intention for that writing.
I keep a diary since one year, I found one a year ago I wrote when I was 10 and it was absolut gold. Diaries get crazily precious with time, everything you write isn't worthless after 10 years. This reflect my mind cause I'm an historian...
I just love how you, Marie, and many of her other guests inspire us and make everything more manageable. Thank you so much for being you out loud for us!
That’s awesome Tim. Thanks for sharing. Using the CUB review is also great. Asking somebody to read and mark the parts of the text that are CONFUSE, UNBELIEVABLE or BORING. The reader don’t need a technical background for that.
Thank you Tim. I've been practicing writing for long time, and it has proven for to be a tool which sharpens my thought into concrete ideas, action plans, revealed my past mistakes, and much more. It's like zooming in and out at the same time, so I notice details I haven't noticed before, and I also saw the bigger picture. Highly recommended.
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Thank you Tim. You are my best mentor and inspirational person on this quarentine. You dont have an idea how you help me so much. I am such alone at home, no cellphone, no TV, but now I have my blog like you and I am writting every single day and learning English with your podcasts. Thank you. I respect you and I love you so much!
I'm not writer. Jus time by time need to write notes, e-mails or give directions. But I found this video very useful and and now I know how and where I have to improve myself. Thank you for advice
This video is such an amazing source of inspiration and creation. I am a professional filmmaker, working as full-time director and cinematographer and writing is one of the most essential skills for any content creator or visual storyteller. The process of writing happens to be quite a complex process, but I really like the way you broke down this process into simple steps. Thank you.
Writing is an extension of your various emotions beyond just feeling them...writing helps keep your brain rewriting itself at every effort...that’s what I think anyway...thank you Tim...
I write since a long time. Mostly poems, short-stories and rap lyrics. Also diary when I was young(er). I can confirm that it helps a lot. But noboby could shorten the essence of writing in that short time as you did, Tim. Thanks for that. Great video, great content! Love it!
He is very right. I am an aspiring novelist with an engineering degree and a job. Recently I am in a habit of writing important technical concepts and points to focus and really writing things down helps you understand things even more clearly and remove the mind clutter.
thanks to this video I right 3 pages and i feel much more accomplished, i know that the path to my dreams is long but it gives pride and hope. to be able, to be honest, and detailed towards my self.
Writing is amazing I personally love writing songs I'm a lyricist my self . writing can make someone very imaginative. It can make your imagination strong and can really make u think about stuff.
Jordan Peterson has explained this exact same thing a few years ago. Though he deliberately focuses on writing essays to improve critical thinking skills. He even provides awesome guidelines on writing good essays.
I recently took a page out of a Seth Godin's video and started a blog of my own on books, learning, etc. Can't emphasize on how much you have influenced me Tim. Can't wait to join you in your army of superlearners man. Keep up the good work!
@@alisalehi6991 I've started off with book summaries. I'll be eventually moving into things like performance optimization, productivity hacks, things of that sort.
Thanks Tim, this looks like a fabulous framework. I am Software Engineer by profession and wrote the data shredding app named SHREDDIT. I applied your framework in writing the User Manual of the app. I got hundred of thousands of happy software user with precise user manual. Great work Tim!
I actually don’t struggle too terribly with the writing, is the editing that I struggle with. I really appreciate the fact that that’s what you chose to hone in on. Brilliant.
Hey, Jordan Peterson's writing guide might be helpful with that. You can find it on his website (jordanbpeterson dot com) under the "Online exercises" tab. It is quite thorough and is actually strenuous to do in the beginning. I've personally just took some of the key points and suggestions and it has been very helpful. I still haven't followed it start to end, but I will probably try to use it when writing more serious stuff, not just for myself.
Tim, this came at a perfect time as I am currently working on writing my story! 😯 Thank you 💛 I am not (NOT) planning to publish this at all. I just found it to be a peaceful activity to do every morning since we are in quarantine. I thought it would be easy, but man it's hard. I didn't know I would have difficulties with articulating and positioning my sentences so the reader will understand. Like you mentioned, I have noticed it's improving my thinking as I keep writing. I will keep at it. Thank you so much! Love you too💛
I also like the the "ABCD" framework for when other people review your work (not mentioned in the video) - what's Awesome? - what's Boring? - what's Confusing? - what Didn't you believe?
It's amazing how writing can translate into so many mind, life and self-improvement benefits! I loved the revisions and editing tactics! Very clever 🤓Thanks for sharing Tim!
Hello. Thought i'll find like minded people here. recently made a short film called Words, applied a lot of techniques I've learnt from you and and seen massive benefits by applying them. Especially Morning pages by Tim Ferris to ink down day to day problems - ua-cam.com/video/0F9KGvTeeTA/v-deo.html | Would love to know what you think...
I notice I can convey my thoughts much better by typing compared to handwriting. Why does the mode of writing make a difference? Also, how should one prioritize writing vs reading time to improve general critical thinking and communication ability? Thanks!
This process and explanation of why is super concrete and actionable, Thank You!! I really appreciate editing for fun, fans and critics. Fun!! And tres wise too :)
I can be anywhere in the world, feel as if I'm in the deepest, darkest parts of hell or brightest, lightest place in heaven, and writing transports me - from either direction - back to myself . It allows me to remember my own sovereignty.
Hello. Thought i'll find like minded people here. recently made a short film called Words, applied a lot of techniques I've learnt from you and and seen massive benefits by applying them. Especially Morning pages by Tim Ferris to ink down day to day problems - ua-cam.com/video/0F9KGvTeeTA/v-deo.html | Would love to know what you think...
Love the video, Tim! I've been thoroughly enjoying each of these challenges and feel they've definitely made me a better human. We can all do more to connect with each other and understand ourselves at a more profound level. Let's all pledge to do this.
Hi Tim, I'm a huge fan of your ideas and thinking style. More Questions. Hopefully you can shed some light on this. 1: I hear a lot of people say follow your passion. Do what you love. Why is it hard to find it? Can it be developed over time into new things?
Writing is never easy, for years I tried to inculcate this skill, yet with minimum success. This video in a simple way defines the art of writing. - Thank you
Hi Tim, I love your video! Thank you for all the tips! They are so helpful to me! I've been an ESL teacher, but English is not my first language. So I've recently been thinking about improving my own English writing skills so that I can help my students better. I've been thinking about where can I find a formal course or what books should I read on this topic? Your video is an excellent start for me! So do you know any writing courses you would recommend? What books have you used when you learn writing? Thank you very much!! Late Merry Christmas and early Happy New Year!!
Thank you for yet another productivity tip! Love learning from you. How long do you usually recommend spending on morning pages? do you reflect on what’s written during the morning pages right after completing it?
Thank you so very much for this. I thought I was strange when I sat before my computer with a pen and pad and wrote by hand for over an hour straight. I felt as if I was one with the writing and the computer would take that away from me. It actually felt like I was feeling what I was writing, and it was much of nothing special. I was putting on paper what I was feeling and the computer felt like it was an intrusion. Your video freed me from feeling as if something was 'wrong' with me. Thanks again.
This is my proof reading* My mind started to wander when Tim Farris said “10% rule”, I thought oh great another “rule” I need to hear... maybe something about the word made me wander, but never the least great advice Mr.Farris I’m a fan of your work and I loved 4 hour work week! Great tips and content.
Jonathan Silva We are so limited, its like trying to scroll and read on a website article zoomed in 10x times and we don’t know where it started or where we are at while reading it. Thats Consciousness at its core.
The first 30 seconds is so relevant. Technology can be helpful in so many ways, but it takes away some of the basic skills that can help, exactly like you're saying! Thank you for sharing. :)
I’ve recently stumbled upon the interview with Daphne Gray-Grant and remembered that rule of crappy pages) They have to be crappy, otherwise you let your perfection side to edit the writing instantly, which interferes the process of creating and just being in the flow of writing. Very important to remember.
By crappy do you mean like not stopping to correct grammatical or cosmetic errors?? B/c I always find myself stressing my handwriting to make sure it looks decent and trying hard to make sure my sentences are actually making sense. I feel like I'm not fully immersed in "brain vomit" like I'm not fully letting it out in a state of "flow"
@@troybernal5085 Try to concentrate on the ideas that are being retrieved in the moment of writing something. Often the proper word doesn't appear at the moment i need it, or the phrase can be grammatically wrong, and i am aware of it, but just write it in whatever way it came to my mind. Or I write few words in parentheses that may be alike the word I need. And when I start editing what I wrote, I am in a different state. Editing takes precedence, and you come up with correcting blank sentences much better.
The idea to have someone note when their attention wanders is a game-changer for me, I experience that in other writing but never think about that in terms of my own writing. Brilliant!
Writing for me has been a struggle dealing with flow of thought and crippling, stumbling jungle that is ADHD. I did however, learn something in the process. Long hand script was failure for my racing mind; the pen could not keep up. My co worker, I noticed, could type at a speed that was on par with dictation! I became her shadow and my own typing improved to relay with my own stream of though. Finally I could write freely enough to discover the joy of releasing words to the page without struggle...
My racing mind ,,,👍this come out from ur writing struggle...i m following the same proces as u mentioned a good fact to obeserve the one who is better than u...
1. never confuse 2. neil strauss tactic 3. 2 crappy pages 4. 10% rule 5. proofread from lawyers 6. be aware when your mind wander as you read 7. general rule : "when in doubt, take it out"
Good insight as always. As a print writer used to tight deadlines, the word vomit method isn't something I feel good about whenever I hear it. But the extra time lately is probably a good time to explore other areas and styles of writing.
Nowadays, I’m not surprised to see this video recommended on my UA-cam homepage, knowing that everything is connected through Google. I’m currently reading Writing to Learn by William Zinsser. What Tim shares here is key to learning efficiently. By the way, I’ve also tried Tim’s "speed reading" advice from years ago, and it really works! (Using a finger or pencil as a guide and limiting eye movement to two points per line is highly effective.) Coming back to the idea of "writing to sharpen your thinking," it’s worth checking out the Feynman learning technique.
Isaac Asimov used to say that writing was thinking with your fingers. I couldn't agree more. Written words are crystalized thoughts. And once you have you thoughts crystalized you can study them better, work with them better, and use them better.
Love this video! Very good content. The music and delivery are top notch. I also like how the title has Tim Ferriss at the end, not the start; its obvious who it is by the thumbnail-- good marketing.
00:00 🖊 Using Writing to Sharpen Thinking Writing helps freeze thinking on paper for better clarity and refinement. Importance of learning to write and practicing it for success. Example from college: John McPhee's class improved grades by eliminating extraneous information. 00:55 📝 Stream-of-Consciousness Writing Practice stream-of-consciousness writing like "morning pages" to ease into the process. Writing stream-of-consciousness helps capture anxieties and thoughts on paper for further reflection. Highlights the benefits of using a pen and paper for this exercise. 01:50 ✍ Using Proofreaders for Drafting If you need a proofreader, consider individuals with legal training (lawyers, paralegals). Legal professionals are adept at scrutinizing language for precision and clarity. Suggests using lawyers or individuals with legal training as a workaround when professional writers are not available. 02:33 🔄 Revising and Editing Process Offers a framework for revision: Edit first for oneself, then for fans, and finally for critics. Proposes a systematic approach to revision involving highlighting, noting confusion, and applying the 10% rule. Emphasizes the importance of clarity and elimination of anything that causes confusion. 05:16 🧠 Broad Impact of Writing Systematic writing and revision improve cognition, analysis, and use of language. Transcends writing, positively affecting various aspects of life, including personal and professional success. harpa ai
Thanks a lot, Tim. I've used writing as a way to introspect because once I have all my thoughts laid out on a screen, it's easier to look for patterns and areas where I need to improve. I do need to be more consistent with it though.
@@karan200590 you can read summaries of any book if you type its name and add "summary" in the search: lot of websites do the summarizing. (Haven't read this book, can't help with summary, sorry).
Hi Tim… I am a fan of yours, and thank you for your take on your evening routine. I am currently wasting my time and I need your help. First is that I work for two three hour work shifts on Monday Tuesday and Thursday, and three four hour work shifts on Wednesday Friday and Sunday. But I take care of what I need to do, but when the afternoon rolls around I get easily board and sidetracked. Second is how can I apply what you do in the afternoon and evening so that my time and my life can be on track? Any suggestions are open, Max Moore
This is great, thank you for the depth. You may also find interesting the idea of "developmental testing" that I talk about in my recent video. In a nutshell, tests don't need to be only for checking our thinking, they can help us get better at it...
Once I saw this title about how to use writing to sharpen the thinking process, I've dropped anything else and went on to watch this video. Great one like always
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"They can love it, they can hate it, but it should not confuse anybody." Great philosophy for anything creative/artistic
Hello. Thought i'll find like minded people here. recently made a short film called Words, applied a lot of techniques I've learnt from you and and seen massive benefits by applying them. especially Morning pages by Tim Ferris to ink down day to day problems - ua-cam.com/video/0F9KGvTeeTA/v-deo.html | Would love to know what you think...
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There are many cases in literature where confusing the reader is a strong creative move. Never say never.
Great philosophy for an instruction manual, more like.
Lot's of dorky literature fans write for just that reason. They think confusing and outlandish are the same as unique and creative.
Writing has pulled me out of severe depression in the past. Listening to your podcast Tim saved my life. Thank you brother
Great ton hear that Denis, keep the positivity up mate!
Stay on the path! proud of you
Stay positive and well. Live well
Awesome to hear people talking about what they did to get out of depression. Thanks for being inspiring!
It was helping me, until people started raiding my stash like a bunch of pirates everytime I turned my back, so now I just write on YT , and I have some control over it, although sometimes I don't because I don't have phone rights for some reason? but most of the time I can get out what I want , under my YT name, it's thereaputic. Of course there's still stuff I'd like to write about , or get out, without having eyes watching as I'm writing ( I can't do that anymore) but this is better than nothing, glad it helps u 2.
Summary Key Points:
- Write to freeze your thoughts and look at them in a different way whenever you want
- lawyers are great at that as they are trained and skilled at looking and thinking about every word and its' meaning
- writing is rewriting
- 2 scrappy pages per day minimum of writing, brain vomit, worthless
- then revise them in at least 3 rounds, first for yourself, second round of edits, for his fans who would love it, third round for the critics who will be twisting everything
- ask people to highlights parts that are unclear
- if something makes you wonder highlight it
- if you doubt it take it out
- indicate the 10% I should keep no matter what
- if I had to cut 10% what would you cut
- Writing systematically and revising systematically will help you in becoming a good and skilled writer
- Writing is the most important practice
Thanks
People like you are a real delight, thanks man.
Nailed - thanks man!
Thank you.
Thank you
I’ve been writing in my journal every night for the past few years and doing morning pages since the beginning of the year. It has definitely made me less anxious, helped me worked out problems, and focus my days.
Great ! Keep up !
What do you write about in general in your journal ?
Thank you. My husband is absolutely brilliant at everything, very intimidating, and now I can see what has been helping him. He constantly types out any realizations and thoughts he has. He says that it helped him gain so much clarity on life and where he is going in general. I will also be trying out these morning pages.
Writing is a severely, and sadly downplayed form of art to really discover just who exactly you are.
Thank you, Tim.
Just as a photograph captures a moment we cherish, writing captures our thoughts in the moment, helping gain clarity on our thoughts. Writing down our thoughts also helps take the load off our mind from things which may stress us out. Writing regularly helps us become more articulate n analytical, thereby helping in problem solving.
Look like you are a professional writer...
This YT comment is no less than an essay...
Writing is truly a gift that we can all work on. Thanks for the video Tim.
If it's a gift then not everyone has it.
Great from São Paulo brazil thankyou
Thanks Tim! I was writing the first couple months of the year and have gotten away from it the past few weeks. I've noticed my meditations haven't been as deep and there's been an underlying feeling of disconnect recently. Figuring it was the isolation or possibly because I've been watching the news again (gag), I keep on keeping on. In this morning's meditation, I could feel a push back toward my pen and paper. I love the serendipity that I wasn't looking for anything regarding this subject and you arrived on my screen. No accidents! Be well brother!!!
Summary:
- Ferris credits much of the success he has had to writing and by constantly practicing writing
- Writing lets you analyze your thoughts and sharpen them to ensure your statements are not confusing - very difficult to do in your head
- Write 2 pages a day, even if they are crappy, that way you set yourself up for improving the next day
- Rewriting is key
Rewriting:
- When rewriting, first rewrite for yourself, then rewrite based on what your fans want, and lastly rewrite based on how critics will twist your words/sentences
- Also have professional writers proof read your work - lawyers or people with legal experience are excellent substitutes
- People can love or hate your work, but it should not be confusing - remove any confusing words or sentences
- When rewriting be aware when your mind is wandering while reading - it can indicate the current part is too slow/boring
- When in doubt take it out
I'm not a professional writer, but these tips really resonated with me and have given me some new ideas to try in my own writing. I would also include UA-cam comments, Twitter replies and all other written communications in the "two crappy pages a day". Going back and re-reading your writing a day wiser and with other people's feedback, reactions and consequences presents a valuable lens through which to improve your writing and communication. I imagine looking back through your old videos and listening to previous podcasts has a similar effect. I think it's key to take the layered approach to editing as Tim suggests; be open to receiving feedback at every stage, from different sources and viewpoints, but balancing it fairly with your vision and intention for that writing.
I keep a diary since one year, I found one a year ago I wrote when I was 10 and it was absolut gold. Diaries get crazily precious with time, everything you write isn't worthless after 10 years. This reflect my mind cause I'm an historian...
I can confirm this works.
I've been writing for the past couple months. It improved my focus and thought clarity.
I just love how you, Marie, and many of her other guests inspire us and make everything more manageable. Thank you so much for being you out loud for us!
That’s awesome Tim. Thanks for sharing.
Using the CUB review is also great. Asking somebody to read and mark the parts of the text that are CONFUSE, UNBELIEVABLE or BORING.
The reader don’t need a technical background for that.
Thank you Tim. I've been practicing writing for long time, and it has proven for to be a tool which sharpens my thought into concrete ideas, action plans, revealed my past mistakes, and much more. It's like zooming in and out at the same time, so I notice details I haven't noticed before, and I also saw the bigger picture. Highly recommended.
Thank you Tim. You are my best mentor and inspirational person on this quarentine. You dont have an idea how you help me so much. I am such alone at home, no cellphone, no TV, but now I have my blog like you and I am writting every single day and learning English with your podcasts. Thank you. I respect you and I love you so much!
I love how Tim Ferriss and Neil Strauss are good friends. Two amazing people, two amazing authors, two amazing mentors.
I'm not writer. Jus time by time need to write notes, e-mails or give directions. But I found this video very useful and and now I know how and where I have to improve myself. Thank you for advice
This video is such an amazing source of inspiration and creation. I am a professional filmmaker, working as full-time director and cinematographer and writing is one of the most essential skills for any content creator or visual storyteller. The process of writing happens to be quite a complex process, but I really like the way you broke down this process into simple steps. Thank you.
Are you familiar with that book he mentioned, "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron? it's REALLY GREAT!!
I literally just finished watching Tim and Neil's interview from 2013. Must watch! It's an expanded version of this video.
which neil?
@@smartwolf9045 the one from 2013
neil strauss
@@nikhillakhmani12 Cool, thanks
link please?
Writing is an extension of your various emotions beyond just feeling them...writing helps keep your brain rewriting itself at every effort...that’s what I think anyway...thank you Tim...
I write since a long time.
Mostly poems, short-stories and rap lyrics.
Also diary when I was young(er).
I can confirm that it helps a lot.
But noboby could shorten the essence of writing in that short time as you did, Tim.
Thanks for that.
Great video, great content!
Love it!
He is very right. I am an aspiring novelist with an engineering degree and a job. Recently I am in a habit of writing important technical concepts and points to focus and really writing things down helps you understand things even more clearly and remove the mind clutter.
Thank you so much. I'm looking for a good video to send to students to emphasise the importance of writing, this is perfect!
thanks to this video I right 3 pages and i feel much more accomplished, i know that the path to my dreams is long but it gives pride and hope. to be able, to be honest, and detailed towards my self.
Writing is amazing I personally love writing songs I'm a lyricist my self . writing can make someone very imaginative. It can make your imagination strong and can really make u think about stuff.
Amongst all of the great and very practical advice Tim Ferriss has ever given, this one is the best.
Brilliant. I have been writing for years, yet this video has sharpened a lot of areas where I had serious problems. Thanks!
I'm college student.....tried recently and it's working and it's extremely fascinating.....thank you...sir
this is fantastic, particularly the portion about giving proofreaders a a clear goal
Jordan Peterson has explained this exact same thing a few years ago. Though he deliberately focuses on writing essays to improve critical thinking skills. He even provides awesome guidelines on writing good essays.
Could please tell the title of the video and specifically guidelines video.
@@madmaagic
"Dr.Jordan B. Peterson's 10 step guide to clearer thinking through essay writing".
There's an article on medium about it
Yep, Jordan Peterson's lecures on the importance of writing and reading are great.
I recently took a page out of a Seth Godin's video and started a blog of my own on books, learning, etc. Can't emphasize on how much you have influenced me Tim. Can't wait to join you in your army of superlearners man. Keep up the good work!
I am also thinking about the same idea of starting a blog. What will your blog be about and what is the goals from writing the blogs?
Which one of Seth Godin's book? Just read The Dip and loved it.
@@alisalehi6991 I've started off with book summaries. I'll be eventually moving into things like performance optimization, productivity hacks, things of that sort.
@@alisalehi6991 check it out at mindsinfinite.com
When did Seth godin release that blog
Thanks Tim, this looks like a fabulous framework. I am Software Engineer by profession and wrote the data shredding app named SHREDDIT. I applied your framework in writing the User Manual of the app. I got hundred of thousands of happy software user with precise user manual. Great work Tim!
I actually don’t struggle too terribly with the writing, is the editing that I struggle with. I really appreciate the fact that that’s what you chose to hone in on. Brilliant.
Hey, Jordan Peterson's writing guide might be helpful with that. You can find it on his website (jordanbpeterson dot com) under the "Online exercises" tab. It is quite thorough and is actually strenuous to do in the beginning. I've personally just took some of the key points and suggestions and it has been very helpful. I still haven't followed it start to end, but I will probably try to use it when writing more serious stuff, not just for myself.
Tim, this came at a perfect time as I am currently working on writing my story! 😯 Thank you 💛
I am not (NOT) planning to publish this at all. I just found it to be a peaceful activity to do every morning since we are in quarantine.
I thought it would be easy, but man it's hard. I didn't know I would have difficulties with articulating and positioning my sentences so the reader will understand.
Like you mentioned, I have noticed it's improving my thinking as I keep writing.
I will keep at it.
Thank you so much! Love you too💛
Great idea Julia!
@@MereMortalsBookReviews thank you❤
I also like the the "ABCD" framework for when other people review your work (not mentioned in the video)
- what's Awesome?
- what's Boring?
- what's Confusing?
- what Didn't you believe?
It's amazing how writing can translate into so many mind, life and self-improvement benefits! I loved the revisions and editing tactics! Very clever 🤓Thanks for sharing Tim!
never underestimate the power of writing 💪
@@bettoromanos8802 don't you dare 😂
Hello. Thought i'll find like minded people here. recently made a short film called Words, applied a lot of techniques I've learnt from you and and seen massive benefits by applying them. Especially Morning pages by Tim Ferris to ink down day to day problems - ua-cam.com/video/0F9KGvTeeTA/v-deo.html | Would love to know what you think...
When in doubt, take it out. Love that.
Thank you, I needed this video so badly as I've been trying to get back to writing for some time now.
I love your content! It’s something unique and you give people another way of looking at things. Thank you!
This is great value, easily actionable content, in a short video. Thank you Tim!
I notice I can convey my thoughts much better by typing compared to handwriting. Why does the mode of writing make a difference?
Also, how should one prioritize writing vs reading time to improve general critical thinking and communication ability?
Thanks!
Thanks a lot Tim! I’ve been meaning to start including writing into my daily practice and this makes it much easier to get started
This process and explanation of why is super concrete and actionable, Thank You!! I really appreciate editing for fun, fans and critics. Fun!! And tres wise too :)
I can be anywhere in the world, feel as if I'm in the deepest, darkest parts of hell or brightest, lightest place in heaven, and writing transports me - from either direction - back to myself . It allows me to remember my own sovereignty.
Hello. Thought i'll find like minded people here. recently made a short film called Words, applied a lot of techniques I've learnt from you and and seen massive benefits by applying them. Especially Morning pages by Tim Ferris to ink down day to day problems - ua-cam.com/video/0F9KGvTeeTA/v-deo.html | Would love to know what you think...
I loved the recommendations for guidance of your proofreaders - I always struggle to define what type of feedback I need. Very helpful.
Writing is a life-saving game changer.
Love the video, Tim!
I've been thoroughly enjoying each of these challenges and feel they've definitely made me a better human.
We can all do more to connect with each other and understand ourselves at a more profound level. Let's all pledge to do this.
Hi Tim, I'm a huge fan of your ideas and thinking style. More Questions. Hopefully you can shed some light on this.
1: I hear a lot of people say follow your passion. Do what you love. Why is it hard to find it? Can it be developed over time into new things?
Writing is never easy, for years I tried to inculcate this skill, yet with minimum success. This video in a simple way defines the art of writing. - Thank you
Oh wow, thanks! I would enjoy proof reading. From your description that is something I could do. Thanks!
Tim, thank you for the process . . . I plan to follow . . . All the best!
So much GOLD for a six minute video. Stay safe tim!
The notion of How to Use Writing to Sharpen Your Thinking really resonates with me. 👍
The Artist's Way is a phenomenal book full of fantastic exercises. Excellent for nonwriters too. Thank you for the video.
Hi Tim, I love your video! Thank you for all the tips! They are so helpful to me! I've been an ESL teacher, but English is not my first language. So I've recently been thinking about improving my own English writing skills so that I can help my students better. I've been thinking about where can I find a formal course or what books should I read on this topic? Your video is an excellent start for me! So do you know any writing courses you would recommend? What books have you used when you learn writing? Thank you very much!!
Late Merry Christmas and early Happy New Year!!
I suggest a simple stream of writing right before you get into a work setting, in fact even just drawing can be a sort of meditation pre work day.
Thank you for this video. Usually I don't write comments . It really enlightened my day.
Thanks for suggesting on this topic. It makes me to subscribe your channel
Thanks Tim. I've been looking for ways to speak fluently without stammering. I think this helps :)
Tim, thank a lot for your words!
Thank you for yet another productivity tip! Love learning from you.
How long do you usually recommend spending on morning pages?
do you reflect on what’s written during the morning pages right after completing it?
Now that are really practical, concrete pieces of advice. Thank you so much Tim.
Thank you so very much for this. I thought I was strange when I sat before my computer with a pen and pad and wrote by hand for over an hour straight. I felt as if I was one with the writing and the computer would take that away from me. It actually felt like I was feeling what I was writing, and it was much of nothing special. I was putting on paper what I was feeling and the computer felt like it was an intrusion. Your video freed me from feeling as if something was 'wrong' with me. Thanks again.
This is my proof reading* My mind started to wander when Tim Farris said “10% rule”, I thought oh great another “rule” I need to hear... maybe something about the word made me wander, but never the least great advice Mr.Farris I’m a fan of your work and I loved 4 hour work week! Great tips and content.
Jonathan Silva We are so limited, its like trying to scroll and read on a website article zoomed in 10x times and we don’t know where it started or where we are at while reading it. Thats Consciousness at its core.
Translating emotional events into words helps calm & think.
The first 30 seconds is so relevant. Technology can be helpful in so many ways, but it takes away some of the basic skills that can help, exactly like you're saying! Thank you for sharing. :)
this speaks volumes for sure. Great piece of advice from one of the best mentors of our time.
I’ve recently stumbled upon the interview with Daphne Gray-Grant and remembered that rule of crappy pages) They have to be crappy, otherwise you let your perfection side to edit the writing instantly, which interferes the process of creating and just being in the flow of writing. Very important to remember.
Thank you Tim 🙏🏼
By crappy do you mean like not stopping to correct grammatical or cosmetic errors?? B/c I always find myself stressing my handwriting to make sure it looks decent and trying hard to make sure my sentences are actually making sense. I feel like I'm not fully immersed in "brain vomit" like I'm not fully letting it out in a state of "flow"
@@troybernal5085 Try to concentrate on the ideas that are being retrieved in the moment of writing something. Often the proper word doesn't appear at the moment i need it, or the phrase can be grammatically wrong, and i am aware of it, but just write it in whatever way it came to my mind. Or I write few words in parentheses that may be alike the word I need. And when I start editing what I wrote, I am in a different state. Editing takes precedence, and you come up with correcting blank sentences much better.
The idea to have someone note when their attention wanders is a game-changer for me, I experience that in other writing but never think about that in terms of my own writing. Brilliant!
Writing is rewriting . Such a gold nugget
I love writing i use to see my mom write all the time this is interesting to here
Great clip! Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this topic. Any tips for improving reading efficiency?
Thank you for sharing your idea. I'll start morning page right now!
Writing for me has been a struggle dealing with flow of thought and crippling, stumbling jungle that is ADHD. I did however, learn something in the process. Long hand script was failure for my racing mind; the pen could not keep up. My co worker, I noticed, could type at a speed that was on par with dictation! I became her shadow and my own typing improved to relay with my own stream of though. Finally I could write freely enough to discover the joy of releasing words to the page without struggle...
My racing mind ,,,👍this come out from ur writing struggle...i m following the same proces as u mentioned a good fact to obeserve the one who is better than u...
Seeking for the 10% that absolutely has to be kept is also great advise.
1. never confuse
2. neil strauss tactic
3. 2 crappy pages
4. 10% rule
5. proofread from lawyers
6. be aware when your mind wander as you read
7. general rule : "when in doubt, take it out"
Good insight as always. As a print writer used to tight deadlines, the word vomit method isn't something I feel good about whenever I hear it. But the extra time lately is probably a good time to explore other areas and styles of writing.
Nowadays, I’m not surprised to see this video recommended on my UA-cam homepage, knowing that everything is connected through Google. I’m currently reading Writing to Learn by William Zinsser. What Tim shares here is key to learning efficiently. By the way, I’ve also tried Tim’s "speed reading" advice from years ago, and it really works! (Using a finger or pencil as a guide and limiting eye movement to two points per line is highly effective.) Coming back to the idea of "writing to sharpen your thinking," it’s worth checking out the Feynman learning technique.
Brilliant knowledge, thank you for sharing
Isaac Asimov used to say that writing was thinking with your fingers. I couldn't agree more. Written words are crystalized thoughts. And once you have you thoughts crystalized you can study them better, work with them better, and use them better.
Writing is Also a.nice way expressing your thoughts and feeling.
I love it! It made total sense, I loved everything about you explanation! thank you Tim
Love this video! Very good content. The music and delivery are top notch.
I also like how the title has Tim Ferriss at the end, not the start; its obvious who it is by the thumbnail-- good marketing.
00:00 🖊 Using Writing to Sharpen Thinking
Writing helps freeze thinking on paper for better clarity and refinement.
Importance of learning to write and practicing it for success.
Example from college: John McPhee's class improved grades by eliminating extraneous information.
00:55 📝 Stream-of-Consciousness Writing
Practice stream-of-consciousness writing like "morning pages" to ease into the process.
Writing stream-of-consciousness helps capture anxieties and thoughts on paper for further reflection.
Highlights the benefits of using a pen and paper for this exercise.
01:50 ✍ Using Proofreaders for Drafting
If you need a proofreader, consider individuals with legal training (lawyers, paralegals).
Legal professionals are adept at scrutinizing language for precision and clarity.
Suggests using lawyers or individuals with legal training as a workaround when professional writers are not available.
02:33 🔄 Revising and Editing Process
Offers a framework for revision: Edit first for oneself, then for fans, and finally for critics.
Proposes a systematic approach to revision involving highlighting, noting confusion, and applying the 10% rule.
Emphasizes the importance of clarity and elimination of anything that causes confusion.
05:16 🧠 Broad Impact of Writing
Systematic writing and revision improve cognition, analysis, and use of language.
Transcends writing, positively affecting various aspects of life, including personal and professional success.
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Thanks
Thanks a lot, Tim. I've used writing as a way to introspect because once I have all my thoughts laid out on a screen, it's easier to look for patterns and areas where I need to improve. I do need to be more consistent with it though.
Absolutely love this. Such great, actionable advice.
Thanks, Tim! Stay sharp!
"The Artist Way" is a fantastic book.
what is it about? can you give brief summary of it?
@@karan200590 see Wikipedia
@@karan200590 Basically, it's a book of exercises designed to recapture your creativity or enhance your creative drive. Its pretty dope.
Cool thanks, I might look into it
@@karan200590 you can read summaries of any book if you type its name and add "summary" in the search: lot of websites do the summarizing. (Haven't read this book, can't help with summary, sorry).
It’s interesting, thinking back to when I was writing papers for grad school, I definitely felt sharper. Perhaps there is a correlation
Hi Tim… I am a fan of yours, and thank you for your take on your evening routine. I am currently wasting my time and I need your help. First is that I work for two three hour work shifts on Monday Tuesday and Thursday, and three four hour work shifts on Wednesday Friday and Sunday. But I take care of what I need to do, but when the afternoon rolls around I get easily board and sidetracked. Second is how can I apply what you do in the afternoon and evening so that my time and my life can be on track?
Any suggestions are open,
Max Moore
What a great message. I've been writing my thoughts in a document for about two months now, but I've never thought writing in that way. Great video!
As an English teacher, this really hits home. Thanks for sharing!
This is a great method, I read something about it in Tools of Titans 3 days ago and started doing this, then this video comes up. Thanks Tim
Thx for sharing this Tim! Writing 20k in April - so these tips were really great. Love the 3 levels of editing and asking proof readers specific Q's.
This is great, thank you for the depth. You may also find interesting the idea of "developmental testing" that I talk about in my recent video. In a nutshell, tests don't need to be only for checking our thinking, they can help us get better at it...
Thank you. I am a big fan of your book the 4 hour work week.
Once I saw this title about how to use writing to sharpen the thinking process, I've dropped anything else and went on to watch this video. Great one like always