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The Science of Handwritten Notes: Why Pen and Paper Still Matter
While we’ve been discussing the power of writing with pen and paper and sharing incredible stories, did you ever think about the science behind it? Scientific research has some fascinating insights to share about the benefits of putting pen to paper, such as improved memory, heightened creativity, and better comprehension. In this Substack post, let’s…
Read MoreThe Healing Power of Handwritten Notes
Amidst the hum of digital notifications and the constant glow of screens, a simple pen waits silently, promising a moment of calm. Before you dismiss this as another ode to a bygone era, consider the profound impact that a handwritten note can have on your psyche. Dive with me into this often-overlooked escape and see…
Read More9 Ways Text Messages are Impersonal
Lack of Emotional Depth: Text messages are often brief and concise, limiting the amount of emotional depth that can be communicated. It’s harder to express empathy, sympathy, or other deeper emotions through text compared to face-to-face communication. Absence of Tone and Inflection: Text messages lack the nuances of voice such as tone, inflection, and pitch…
Read MoreThe Timeless Impact of a Handwritten Note for a Graduate
In an increasingly digitized world, the art of writing personal notes has become something of a rarity. Yet, despite the surge of electronic communications, nothing quite compares to the heartwarming touch of a handwritten note. For a milestone as significant as graduation, a personal note can be a timeless keepsake for the special graduate in…
Read MoreThe Advantages of Handwritten Notes over Emails: Slow Down, Prioritize, and Personalize
In a fast-paced digital world, the ease of sending emails has become both a blessing and a curse. On one hand, it provides a sense of relief that information is quickly transferred. On the other hand, the recipient is often overwhelmed with a never-ending stream of emails, making it difficult to keep up with the…
Read More5 Questions to Ask to Create Better Handwritten Notes
In my book, Handwritten Notes: Learn How a Small, Powerful Act Can Enrich Your Life, I talk about the benefits of reaching out to others using handwritten notes. One major point I make in the book is that writing impactful notes requires deep, focused thought. High quality is what we’re after. Phoning it in with…
Read More4 Advantages of Handwritten Notes Over Texting
Handwritten notes offer several advantages over text messaging. 1) They are more personal and intimate, as they require time and effort to create. They show the recipient that the sender has taken the time to sit down and write a thoughtful message, which can create a stronger emotional connection between the two parties. 2) Handwritten…
Read MoreThe Importance of Handwritten Notes in this Day & Age
Why Handwritten Notes Are More Important Than Ever in a Distracted World Technology is the great equalizer: Online, everyone is somebody. But at the same time, everyone is less significant. Data dumping and mass communication spread has become an expected norm, and we’re riddled with distraction after distraction as we struggle to keep up. The…
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