Building a Second Brain: A Proven Method to Organize Your Digital Life and Unlock Your Creative Potential

For the first time in history, we have instantaneous access to the world's knowledge. Yet, rather than feeling empowered, we are often left feeling overwhelmed. The very knowledge that was supposed to set us free has instead led to the paralyzing fear that we'll never know enough-never remember enough. Thoughts, ideas, and learning need to be developed to become more than a momentary spark. They have to be packaged up and sent through time as notes to your future self. Your ideas must become part of something outside yourself-a digital support system that allows you to use your precious brain space to unleash your creative potential. Now, in this eye-opening and accessible guide, productivity expert Tiago Forte shows each of us how we can easily create a system to leverage our best thinking. With a Second Brain, we can harness the full potential of all our thoughts and the information we consume before they fade from our minds. As a trusted and organized digital repository of your most valued ideas and notes, a Second Brain frees you from self-doubt, supports you when you are forgetful, and empowers you to accomplish everything you set your mind to as your most productive and creative self. Book jacket.