# Posts on X before Oct 16, 2023, 8:57:03 PM UTC Canonical: https://michaelstolarz.com/x/before/1697489823000-1714022666665857410/ ## On X ### [Oct 16, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1713872670343758162) > One of the joys of using Obsidian is discovering new plugins that enhance your workflow. > > It's like stumbling upon hidden gems in a treasure hunt for productivity. ### [Oct 16, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1713841742728810693) > Start reading a manageable 10 pages each day. > > Begin with a simple drive to the gym. > > Success isn't about grand goals, it's about breaking them into digestible actions and nurturing habits. ### [Oct 16, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1713706344581038222) > Unearth the secret to efficiency: Acknowledge that the bulk of your work might be irrelevant. > > You'll find that 80% of your outcome springs from this revelation. ### [Oct 15, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1713691984232099853) > Here's the formula: > > Specific Milestones + > Mental Clarity + > Avoiding Distractions > > = limitless potential. ### [Oct 15, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1713675631005753412) > Anchor yourself in self-improvement. > > A mental boost (ex. meditation), > A financial lift (ex. monetize your writing?), > A physical upgrade (ex. a gym trip). > > Jot down, schedule, accomplish. > > Welcome to the elevated version of you. ### [Oct 15, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1713660275985989888) > Feed your mind with inspiring content. > > From what you absorb: > - read > - listen > - view > > you: > - create > - ideate > - evolve > > Quality in = quality out. ### [Oct 15, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1713510283119833104) > Embrace challenge, nurture growth. > > - Cultivate worthy skills > - Dodge junk food > - Bench another rep > > It's in discomfort that we find our true potential. ### [Oct 15, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1713479336966172970) > Consider your objectives, passions, and principles. Infusing them into your knowledge control system lays the groundwork for success. > > Is the allure of an intricate PKM diverting your focus? > > Interrogate the purpose of your note-taking. How can it best serve your needs? ### [Oct 15, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1713346452091461769) > The Obsidian feature of limitless graph creations prevents cramming within one graph. > > Organizing with the Dataview and Tracker plugins is a must for visual people. ### [Oct 15, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1713343972410597430) > Subjects that should be mandatory: > > - Taxes > - Coding > - Meditation > - Personal finance > - Artificial Intelligence > > Did I miss anything? ### [Oct 14, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1713240220315930792) > Fuel up your productivity with these tips: > > Establish a system for notes. > Construct fresh routines. > Cultivate a mindful attitude. > Bring out mind maps into play. [Video on X](/x/media/e203458ba5beaf19f7d17e4b395ff32c3f6ec43c70a6c3a45121fbdf8500167e.jpg) ### [Oct 14, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1713236439176019972) > Excessive automation in your note-keeping routine can reduce effectiveness. > > Why? > > The painstaking process of shifting items, crafting new entries, and making manual connections is fundamental. ### [Oct 14, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1713223139826471169) > When the workday feels like sailing in a storm, > > Each task a wave crashing over, > > An anchor of structured planning can bring calm to the turbulent waters. ### [Oct 14, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1713005703642718251) > Staring at a labyrinth of tasks... > > Ever felt lost in your own creation? > > A well-drawn map - a structured plan, that is - is the compass in the project wilderness. ### [Oct 14, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712989596500287807) > The rhythm of routine can be comforting, > > ...but it’s the melody of organized chaos that truly orchestrates breakthroughs in projects. > > Embrace the chaos, but keep it on a leash. ### [Oct 13, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712973490381275507) > Ever wondered why your ideas vanish? > > It's like trying to catch fish with your bare hands. > > Note-taking is your fishing net. 🎣 > > Catch those ideas and cook up something amazing. ### [Oct 13, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712957388133663204) > Think of Obsidian as your personal treasure chest. 🗝️ > > It's not just about storing gold and jewels (your notes). > > It's about knowing which gem fits into which crown. 👑 ### [Oct 13, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712941280999739624) > Being busy isn't being productive. > > It's like running on a treadmill thinking you're going places. > > Know the difference. Make the switch. ### [Oct 13, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712925176948551979) > Coding isn't just typing on a keyboard. > > It's like painting but with letters and numbers. > > Each line of code is a brushstroke. What are you painting today? ### [Oct 13, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712909083248906498) > Unlocking productivity isn't about doing more. > > It's about doing what matters. > > Stop counting tasks. > > Start making tasks count. ### [Oct 13, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712892981731094540) > Your to-do list isn't a playground. > > It's a construction site. > > What are you building today? ### [Oct 13, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712876855437505015) > Notes are your mind's breadcrumbs. > > Drop them wisely, or you'll lose your way in the forest of ideas. ### [Oct 13, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712860759259009027) > AI isn't your assistant; it's your co-pilot. > > Buckle up; we're flying into the future. ### [Oct 13, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712643315781206172) > Code isn't poetry. > > It's a spellbook. > > What magic are you casting today? ### [Oct 13, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712627208831774857) > You're not just taking notes. > > You're building a second brain. > > A reservoir of your thoughts, ready to assist when memory fails. ### [Oct 12, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712611104419901753) > AI isn't replacing us. > > It's our sidekick. > > We dream. It calculates. Together, we innovate. ### [Oct 12, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712594996480639239) > Programming isn't just typing code. > > It's conversing with a machine. > > Speak clearly, and it will perform miracles. ### [Oct 12, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712578894552059946) > Your to-do list is a roadmap. > > But remember, even explorers take detours. > > It's okay to stray, as long as you find your way back. ### [Oct 12, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712562791876289017) > Obsidian isn't just an app. > > It's a canvas for your thoughts. > > Paint vividly, and you'll create a masterpiece of knowledge. ### [Oct 12, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712546697631453556) > Efficiency isn't about speed. > > It's about direction. > > The fastest runner loses if they're on the wrong track. ### [Oct 12, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712530573233651997) > AI can analyze data in seconds. > > But it can't feel the joy of discovery. > > That's your job. Cherish it. ### [Oct 12, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712514467135660245) > Note-taking is an art. > > Each bullet point, a brushstroke. > > Create a gallery of your intellect. ### [Oct 12, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712498392788607145) > Programming languages are like dialects. > > The more you know, the more people (and machines) you can talk to. > > Expand your vocabulary. ### [Oct 12, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712497937232842930) > [youtu.be/pHozOCQmLNE?si…]() ### [Oct 11, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712225314506477581) > I often wonder, > > In the maze of daily tasks, > Do we oversee the big picture? > > Taking a step back to view the full canvas can turn a project's fate from chaos to clarity. ### [Oct 11, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712184311380603235) > There's a subtle art in organizing chaos. > > In every project, amidst the whirlpool of tasks, lies a calm center of structured thoughts. > > The more structured the chaos, the clearer the path. ### [Oct 11, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712168185556791781) > In the quiet corners of a structured project layout, > > Lies the loud potential of accomplishment. > > It’s where chaos finds order, > Where ideas find a voice, > And where actions find a purpose. > > Embrace structure, witness transformation. ### [Oct 11, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712152079601397845) > There’s a certain rhythm to a well-structured project. > > It starts with a quiet beat of an idea, > > Then the melody of planning weaves in, > > Soon, the harmonious notes of action, review, and refinement join, > > Culminating in a symphony of achievement. ### [Oct 11, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712136309437874643) > The journey from thought to action is often a muddled path. > > But with a structured project outline, it’s like having a compass in a dense forest. > > each section filled, > each task checked, > is a step out of the woods... > > into the clearing of accomplished goals. ### [Oct 11, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712098224880914792) > Ever notice how clarity in your project's direction feels like a fresh morning breeze? > > It sweeps away the fog of ambiguity, Leaving behind a clear, invigorating path of action. > > Every milestone reached is a promise kept to your project’s vision. ### [Oct 11, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712094471742226664) > [patreon.com/posts/template…]() ### [Oct 11, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1712075543162859855) > There's something magical about laying down a project's framework. > You start with an idea, a mere whisper of what's possible. > As you outline objectives, set milestones, the whisper grows louder. > And before you know it, you're not just hearing it, you're living it. ### [Oct 7, 2023 — @MichaelStolarz](https://x.com/MichaelStolarz/status/1710665296514867622) > [patreon.com/posts/systemsc…]() [More from @michaelstolarz](https://x.com/michaelstolarz) Saved from X: 2026-09-10T23:18:29.363Z