Lecture on Bullet Journal Method by Ryder

Introduction

• Ryder, inventor of the Bullet Journal Method
• Importance of taking notes in various aspects of life
• Focus on taking notes for personal life using Bullet Journal

Why Take Notes?

• Helps remember information for future use
• Unlocks ability to create meaningful things
• Importance of taking notes on our personal lives

Bullet Journal Method Overview

• A simple practice to stay organized and focus on what matters
• Requires only four categories: Notes, Actions, Moods, Events

Ryder's Personal Experience

• Grew up with ADHD
• Found naming experiences helpful through writing
• Developed a method to distill experiences into four categories

The Four Categories

1. Notes

• Symbol: Dash (-)
• Captures thoughts, facts, dates, insights, observations
• Keep sentences short and clear
• Write notes as if for a stranger to future-proof them

2. Actions

• Symbol: Dot (•)
• Captures actions rather than tasks to feel empowering
• Dot is quick to draw and flexible (e.g., migrate, complete)
• Different symbols for different states:
  • Single arrow for migration
  • Double arrows for external migration
  • Line for irrelevance
  • X for completion

3. Moods

• Symbol: Equal sign (=)
• Connects with body feelings (emotional and physical)
• Record entries in one sentence to observe without judgment
• Helps identify what's working in life through awareness

4. Events

• Symbol: Open circle (o)
• Captures things happening externally
• Keep sentences short and objective
• Observing without judgment is a key skill

Implementing the Method

• Use categories as needed throughout the day
• Mix and match for context
• "Rapid logging": quick capture of thoughts, actions, feelings, experiences

Conclusion

• Purpose of note-taking is to use them effectively
• Ryder offers a course for further learning
• Encouragement to start bullet journaling

Resources

• Link to Ryder's Writing for Being course available
• Bullet journal course for deeper understanding

Happy Bullet Journaling!