The Read Well Podcast
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Learn to Journal like Ralph Waldo Emerson (Week 1)
Learn to Journal Like Ralph Waldo Emerson (Week 1 of 6) Hello Reader, This is the first of a six-week series I'll be sending, called "Learn to Journal Like Ralph Waldo Emerson." I know, it's a catchy title.😂 Here's a quick breakdown of what you can expect. Week 1 (today) - A journal is a savings bank of your ideas. Week 2 (September 3) - You must be in constant contact with your journals. Week 3 (September 10) - The John Locke indexing system of journals and other ideas. Week 4 (September 17)...
📚(Week 6 of 6) - Learn to Journal like Ralph Waldo Emerson
Learn to Journal Like Ralph Waldo Emerson (Week 6 of 6) Hello Reader, This is the last of a six-week series I'll be sending, called "Learn to Journal Like Ralph Waldo Emerson." I know, it's a catchy title.😂 Here's a quick breakdown of what we covered: Week 1 (Aug 27) - A journal is a savings bank of your ideas. Week 2 (Sept 3) - You must be in constant contact with your journals. Week 3 (September 10) - The John Locke indexing system of journals and other ideas. Week 4 (September) - Emerson's...
📚(Week 5 of 6) - Learn to Journal like Ralph Waldo Emerson
Learn to Journal Like Ralph Waldo Emerson (Week 5 of 6) Hello Reader, This is the fifth of a six-week series I'll be sending, called "Learn to Journal Like Ralph Waldo Emerson." I know, it's a catchy title.😂 Here's a quick breakdown of what you can expect. Week 1 (Aug 27) - A journal is a savings bank of your ideas. Week 2 (Sept 3) - You must be in constant contact with your journals. Week 3 (September 10) - The John Locke indexing system of journals and other ideas. Week 4 (September) -...
📚(Week 4 of 6) - Learn to Journal like Ralph Waldo Emerson
Learn to Journal Like Ralph Waldo Emerson (Week 4 of 6) Hello Reader, This is the fourth of a six-week series I'll be sending, called "Learn to Journal Like Ralph Waldo Emerson." I know, it's a catchy title.😂 Here's a quick breakdown of what you can expect. Week 1 (Aug 27) - A journal is a savings bank of your ideas. Week 2 (Sept 3) - You must be in constant contact with your journals. Week 3 (September 10) - The John Locke indexing system of journals and other ideas. Week 4 (Today) -...
📚(Week 3 of 6) - Learn to Journal like Ralph Waldo Emerson
Learn to Journal Like Ralph Waldo Emerson (Week 3 of 6) Hello Reader, This is the third of a six-week series I'll be sending, called "Learn to Journal Like Ralph Waldo Emerson." I know, it's a catchy title.😂 Here's a quick breakdown of what you can expect. Week 1 (Aug 27) - A journal is a savings bank of your ideas. Week 2 (Sept 3) - You must be in constant contact with your journals. Week 3 (Today) - The John Locke indexing system of journals and other ideas. Week 4 (September 17) -...
📚(Week 2 of 6) - Learn to Journal like Ralph Waldo Emerson
Learn to Journal Like Ralph Waldo Emerson (Week 2 of 6) Hello Reader, This is the second of a six-week series I'll be sending, called "Learn to Journal Like Ralph Waldo Emerson." I know, it's a catchy title.😂 Here's a quick breakdown of what you can expect. Week 1 (Aug 27) - A journal is a savings bank of your ideas. Week 2 (Today) - You must be in constant contact with your journals. Week 3 (September 10) - The John Locke indexing system of journals and other ideas. Week 4 (September 17) -...
I Have a Reading Challenge for You
The Seven-Day Book Challenge Hello Reader, I have a challenge for you. First, let's get the obvious out of the way. Yes, I posed for this picture. 😂 Now, before I explain this challenge, I already know what you'll say. But I'm going to extend the challenge anyway. For one week, I'm challenging you to take a book EVERYWHERE. "But Eddy, I already do that?" Maybe. I'm suggesting that for the next seven days, your book goes with you to the bathroom, the grocery store, and stays propped open at...
How to Read Philosophy (Without Losing Your Mind)
How to Read Philosophy (Without Losing Your Mind) Hello Reader, Let's tackle a fun question: How do I read philosophy without going insane? Let’s be honest—philosophy is tough. It’s not structured like a non-fiction book with a clear outline, and it's not like fiction, which gives you a narrative to follow. Instead, a philosophy book is more like a conversation with someone explaining vague and amorphous ideas. It's like trying to grab bubbles without popping them. But you can learn to read...
📚 20 Harsh Truths That Will Make You a Better Reader
20 Harsh Truths for Readers Hello Reader, I want to start by saying that these "Hash Tips" are pointed at me. I'm not suggesting I've got it all figured out--just that I'm working on them. Reading well is a practice. Stop saying you don’t have time. You have time—you’re just choosing Netflix over growth. Quit reading aimlessly. A hundred random books won’t help if you don’t know what you’re trying to learn. Re-read the hard stuff. If you didn’t understand it the first time, that’s exactly why...
Note-Taking Anxiety for Readers
Note-Taking Anxiety (as a reader) Hello Reader, I used to feel anxious every time I opened a book with a pen in hand. I wanted to take better notes, but I had a thousand questions. Am I doing this right? Should I be using a different system? Should I have a color-coded setup? What if I forget something important? What am I supposed to highlight? Am I highlighting too much? Not enough? Should I use a digital platform or keep everything digital? Ugh! It’s funny how the act of taking...
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