How I Organize My Thoughts: A Simple Guide

This is a simple guide on how to effectively organize your thoughts. I believe this is going to be an essential skill in the 21st century, and sometimes it's hard to even know where to start. I hope this helps.

Timestamps:

My Philosophy - 1:02
Internal (Organizing the Mess) - 1:51
Write it Down - 2:04
Editing - 5:07
External (Testing Ideas) - 6:15
Conversation - 6:43
Other Methods - 8:03
Reduce Stimulus (Clean Your Space) - 9:54
Consider Your Biology - 10:54
Simple Solutions - 11:38

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Featured in this video are my friends Chloé Kian & Bernardo Bacalhau

#21stcenturyskills #productivity

[jezzgazz]

The music, the cinematography, the whole video in itself - I never leave a Nathaniel Drew video uninspired.

[lucasgauci]

Hey Nathaniel, not sure if you'll read this but, I'd like to thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your videos have gotten me through some rough times, not only is the message always so inspiring and helpful growing up in the 21st century but the cinematography and sound are so beautiful they make me feel something I never have before. I'm sure I am not the only one who feel like this. So thank you and please continue to guide and inspire us young people of the world

[DepressionTalks]

For someone that deals with anxiety and overthinking, this was very helpful.

[henokgebeyehu]

In an era where everyone is distracted by technology and social media, having mental clarity and purpose can really be such a powerful force that can drive you to do great things.

[ossen]

*"Peel the onion - layer by layer"*
The less attachments and distractions, the clearer we are able to see.
Allowing only necessities and passion to take up the mind space.

[Strubey]

I swear there has gotta be at least 1 person watching this, currently expecting a text from someone named Julia, who just had their mind blown.

[duchi]

*Nathaniel:* How I Organize My Thoughts

*My Thoughts:* _Is Mayonnaise an Instrument?_

[DarkShadows]

Nathaniel I’m only a minute in and I had to pause so I could comment and just say that I’m am filled with so much joy being your subscriber. For the moment all I can do is support you in the comments. I hope to be able to contribute in some other way in the future. For now I just want to say thanks for creating. I appreciate your belief in yourself and your willingness to speak your truth.

[ErikaK]

Our mind is so so powerful!!! When we write our ideas down we can see more clearly and organise ourselves to achieve whatever we want. Be aware of your thoughts, your words and your actions...

[xroman_]

I've been watching YouTube since like 2008 and I think this is the best and most valuable channel I've been subscribed to ever. Thank you Nathaniel!

[achillescitaramos]

I started using therapeutic writing two years ago as a complementary therapy for anxiety, it's a process of writing stories that keep ruminating in the mind, and solidifying that energy makes my unconscious alter the little details, my feelings, the way I seek to digest this story, and I end up "emptying my heart" that way, and it has helped me a lot. We can’t change other people, We only can change ourselves

[benmacmillan]

I always feel a genuine sense of mental clarity and excitement to learn every time I see you upload. Thank you, Nathaniel.

[blumen]

Literally had to listen to this 4 times. There's so much info in such a small amount of time! I will be coming back to this often.

[arkajapandey]

Every student needs a mentor like you who is genuine and can easily connect.

[alandrouard]

Your philosophy and the way you express it it's the kind of content that added a lot of value to my life. What you do is meaningful.

[elizabethd]

This inspires me so much. As a high school student, there is so much pressure to have everything figured out, and I really needed something to motivate me, and show me how much better my life can be if I'm more organized. I love to organize, plan, and all that. I just don't feel motivated most of the time. Thank you for doing that for me. Seeing someone like you travelling to amazing places and doing what you love makes me feel like it's possible to live the life I want. Thank you.

[millen]

You have such a gentle approach to your life and how you treat yourself. This is the kind of quality content that gives me (and others) that fire under my butt. Not only is it formatted in a way that I am able to receive it... but something about your videos help me release a bit of anxiety and realize that my life is more than what is placed in the digital world. Keep it up. xx

[dianer]

I also prioritize my more thorough housework on an annual calendar. This includes cleaning and organizing closets, bureaus, kitchen cupboards, washing windows, etc.

I complete outdoor projects during the summer and indoor projects during the winter. I allow one large project per month. In other words, I allow myself an entire month to complete one project. In this way, everything is accomplished at least once a year.

If I don't feel the need to do certain projects, I take a month off. If I want to do more within a month, I do. I'm free to make new decisions or do nothing. This is just a general routine that I keep in mind for the sake of sanity.

Most of the time, I rarely need to re-organize, because I never make a mess in the first place. I like to pick up as I go by - so very few things are astray.

I like to sweep or do dishes on a daily basis. For sweeping, try a swivel sweeper. For dusting, try a long-handled magnetic wand.

[Themoment]

I feel like college is zapping my energy to think about what I really want. Can't wait to graduate, but I will keep fighting for my creativity to shine through.

[andy-o]

As great as this advice is, I somehow feel a vibe that this was 40% self-development and 60% intricate ruse to get Julia to text back :-D

gotcha, Nathaniel!