<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true"><li>Building a Second Brain by Tiago Forte emphasizes the importance of capturing ideas effectively by writing them down.</li><li>Cognitive load, the capacity our brain uses to solve problems, is crucial, and managing it can lead to better problem-solving, reduced stress, and increased focus.</li><li>The book explores distributed cognition, spreading cognitive load to external mediums like pen and paper, which can enhance problem-solving by reducing mental burden.</li><li>The PARA method suggested in the book helps organize notes into four folders, making it easier to manage and refer back to ideas efficiently.</li></ul>

The importance of thinking by writing (stuff down)

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