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My Sunsama home page showing the tasks and content ideas I'm looking to work on.

Why I have stopped using Sunsama

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In my latest blog post, I delve into the reasons behind my decision to stop using Sunsama, a tool I once valued for its day planning capabilities. Despite its effectiveness, a shift in my productivity process revealed that my Notion setup already provided all the necessary insights for managing tasks and projects. This change not only simplified my workflow but also saved me $20 a month. Join me as I explore the importance of regularly assessing our tools to ensure they meet our evolving needs.

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A screenshot of the template I had used for my Notion daily journal

Why I used Notion as my Daily journal and why I switched to Obsidian

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In the ever-evolving world of digital journaling, finding the right tool can be transformative. After a year with Notion, I discovered its strengths and limitations for daily journaling. However, as my needs shifted, I found a new home in Obsidian. Join me as I explore the journey from Notion’s structured flexibility to Obsidian’s minimalist focus, and learn how each platform can uniquely support your personal knowledge management journey.

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Image of my conversation with GPT4o Large Lange Model via the Obsidian Smart connection plug in to write the meta description and abstract for a CTNET blog post

Enhancing My Blogging Workflow: A Journey with AI and Obsidian through 2024

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In an era where technology continually reshapes our workflows, I’ve embarked on a journey to integrate AI into my blogging process using Obsidian. This post delves into how AI aids in managing my Personal Knowledge Management system, enhancing productivity, and refining my content creation. From leveraging Obsidian’s Smart Connections plugin to utilizing AI for blog layouts, discover the interplay between human creativity and artificial intelligence in my blogging journey through 2024.

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The Plexamp home page showing my recently added music and recently played playlists

Qobuz removing the ability to re-download music you purchase

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In September 2024, Qobuz informed me that an album I purchased would no longer be available for re-download due to rights issues. This unexpected move prompted me to reflect on consumer rights and the importance of safeguarding my digital music collection. Join me as I explore my hybrid approach to music consumption, balancing streaming services with physical and digital purchases, and discuss strategies to ensure I never lose access to the music I love.

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How Obsidian transformed my daily journaling practice

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Transitioning my journaling practice from Notion to Obsidian has been a game-changer. Not only has Obsidian’s Markdown editor streamlined my writing process, but its powerful backlinking feature has enriched my personal knowledge management system. By integrating my daily reflections with my Zettelkasten, I’ve created a dynamic space where ideas can flourish and evolve. Join me as I explore how this tool has transformed my approach to journaling and productivity

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