How to Keep a Commonplace Book (And Why You Should)

Опубликовано: 22 Апрель 2026
на канале: Jared Henderson
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My very first video on YouTube was a guide to Commonplace Books. I have wanted to make a better version for awhile now — and here it is. Today, I talk about commonplace books. This is a great form of journaling, and I think it is essential for the intellectual or creative life.

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