My FULL Zettelkasten & Obsidian Workflow

📝 Ready to master the Zettelkasten method and take your note-taking to the next level? In this video, I walk you through how to use Zettelkasten from scratch, using Obsidian as a powerful tool to get started. From setting up your first atomic notes to linking ideas and building a connected knowledge base, I’ll show you step-by-step how to make the most of this revolutionary system. Perfect for students, researchers, content creators, and anyone who wants to turn notes into actionable insights. Say goodbye to messy folders and scattered ideas—this is your ultimate guide to Zettelkasten and Obsidian!

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[DestinaG]

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[TheMegaredkirby]

Keeping it simple is honestly the biggest game changer for me. So many times I gave up on Obsidian because I would end up getting overwhelmed when it really shouldn't be. Keep it simple, that's my number 1 tip.

[pkmmwj]

Just a note to let you know that this has been one of the clearest explanations of applying Zettelkasten to Obsidian. It's so easy to get lost in the build/tinker mode that you forget the basics. Exellent job! I've subscribed and I'm on the Destina train!

[renneoliveira]

Hi, I from Brazil.

I've watched several Brazilian and foreign tutorials.
But none were as educational as this one.

I finally learned the basics that most YouTubers put off so much.

[ThisIsAli]

This would be the number one video on Obsidian that I should have watched (And I highly recommend starting Obsidian with this video to avoid getting stuck and disliking the tool!). Having watched multiple tutorials on Obsidian, I'd say this the absolute MUST-WATCH video to help you kickstart your journey with the tool. Simple, to the point, and clear explantaion of what you truely need to learn about Obsidian. This video helped me to organized scattered and complicated stuff I had watched on YouTube. Thanks for the video, and keep up posting more videos.

[gemmadwane]

This video has been a godsend. Just learning to use Obsidian and applying Zettelkasten to write my masters and i was so confused by both. Your video was so clear and linked both amazingly. Thank you so much.

[Deniz_Cikili]

As an individual who has watched tons of videos on Obsidian and other apps so far, I think that your advice (don't dive into tutorials) is really useful and realistic.

[willymerdiansyah]

Timestamps
00:05 - Learn practical tips to start Zettelkasten with Obsidian.
02:08 - Steps to download and set up Obsidian with a secure vault.
06:47 - Zettelkasten structure includes fleeting notes for idea capture.
08:49 - Literature notes organize consumed content into structured references.
12:52 - Understanding key concepts enhances note-taking effectiveness.
14:57 - Organizing notes in Obsidian enhances understanding and connections between concepts.
19:02 - Creating an effective note-taking system in Zettelkasten and Obsidian.
20:56 - Integrating tools and structure in Obsidian for effective note-taking.
24:42 - Key features of Obsidian's plugins enhance productivity and visualization.

[Tubelonious]

Thank you very much for your video. You put it simply and pragmatically in a nutshell: simpler is better! If a tool remains simple and user-friendly, people will use it much more willingly and with more pleasure.

[IamAbhijeetPanda]

This video is truly a game-changer for mastering Obsidian and the Zettelkasten method! Your attention to detail, from organizing notes to maximizing the graph view, is exceptional. You’ve clearly thought of everything, and your workflow feels both practical and inspiring.

To push this even further, it might be fascinating to see:

1. How you manage long-term refinement of notes over months or years.

2. Any creative hacks or unexpected uses of Obsidian that you've discovered.

Incredible work—this was an absolute pleasure to watch!

[beekiongkang]

Great explanation of Obsidian basic. The key word that strike me most is "Keep it Simple and start simple" Thank you

[DanteMishima]

I've been using Obsidian for about 5 years now and I absolutely agree with you Obsidian is not complicated. Great video!
Im borrowing the Connected Ideas in your notes section in your

[cmgmac]

Fantastic video! Great explanation of the Zettelkasten method and how it is used in practice. There are many great learnings here including how to get the best out of Obsidian.

[steventhmassin]

Great walkthrough Destina, super thanks to you for following up with our request from the previous video ☺

[GlaHdk]

I got to know your channel recently and it is amazing how much I liked your channel and your way of thinking ❤ I want one request from you, do not stop this channel, you are really an inspiration ❤

[ndrezz]

Thank you very much for this video, I suffered from several of the things you mentioned in your video. I was a bit overwhelmed by so much information and ways to use Obsidian or implement Zettelkasten that I ended up more confused than I had arrived. Thanks for making it so clear and understandable, at least now I have a clear idea of how to get started and use the notes properly. Thanks a million, your channel deserves a lot of support.

[OtRatsaphong]

Love this tutorials!! ❤ There are some good tutorials on Obsidian out there, but this one has just shot up to No.1 on Obsidian tutorial list. Simple, clean uncluttered. Keep up the good work! Will be exploring your channel a bit more... after I get my vault organised 😀👍

[chillwavemusic]

Thanks a lot for such useful and detailed review.
You really helps a lot to clarify this topic )

[AtIantX]

Great video! This is one of the most interesting and educational explanations of the Zettelkasten method I've seen. You broke it down in a clear and engaging way—really helpful. Thank You!

[jjdkse]

Great timing!!! I was finishing up with your previous video.