Summary of Scared to write in books? Watch this.
The video discusses overcoming the fear of Writing in books, emphasizing its importance for learning and retention. The creator shares personal experiences and practical tips to help viewers become comfortable with annotating their books.
Artistic Techniques and Concepts:
- Critical Thinking: Engaging with the text through Writing fosters a two-way conversation with the author.
- Aesthetic Enhancement: Making notes visually appealing can motivate continued engagement with the material.
Practical Tips:
- Buy Secondhand Books:
- Reduces the fear of damaging books in mint condition.
- Charity shops often have great deals.
- Use Transparent Post-it Notes:
- Allows for note-taking without marking the pages directly.
- Start with a Pencil:
- Provides a sense of security since it is erasable.
- Make Notes Visually Appealing:
- Use colors, stamps, and neat handwriting to enhance the aesthetics of notes.
- Keep a Separate Notebook:
- Dedicate it to thoughts and ideas from the Book, ensuring to note page numbers for reference.
- Buy Two Copies of the Same Book:
- One for display and one for Writing notes, alleviating anxiety about damaging the original.
Contributors:
- The creator of the video (name not specified).
Notable Quotes
— 04:22 — « I fear the man or woman who can do that but the fact that pencil is erasable gave me a sense of relief early on. »
— 04:48 — « Maybe your notes are ugly and you think that kind of spoils the look of the page and again I understand you. »
— 06:44 — « I welcome anything which helps people learn and that's why I'm glad that Brilliant is sponsoring this video. »
— 09:48 — « This might be one big cope but if you look at it strategically we could make it an upside that it's more expensive maybe it forces you to choose your books with more intent. »
— 10:56 — « I can even be messy sometimes because I know that the value of writing far exceeds I guess the pain of ruining that Mint Condition. »
Category
Art and Creativity