The article discusses the author's reliance on sticky notes for organization and memory retention. The author expresses an ongoing struggle to maintain a clean desk while finding value in handwritten notes over digital reminders. Sticky notes are portrayed as an essential tool in daily life for various reminders, easily accessible in multiple locations. The piece highlights that even if the desk appears cluttered, the author believes that this method enhances cognitive functions and supports memory, making the mess worthwhile for productivity.
If writing by hand activates more connections in the brain, it's no wonder I rely on sticky notes in my daily life—my entire organizational system is built around them.
Despite the clutter, I find sticky notes to be a practical and powerful tool, allowing me to quickly jot down reminders that I will definitely see.
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