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  • @drewdungatesmith
    @drewdungatesmith6 ай бұрын

    Let’s just take a moment to appreciate the high quality of Pete’s firework impressions

  • @LinLin-ks8ys

    @LinLin-ks8ys

    4 ай бұрын

    +1

  • @ola_vii

    @ola_vii

    2 ай бұрын

    Exactly my thoughts on the video.

  • @zacinthewild
    @zacinthewild6 ай бұрын

    Stoked to be part of the conversation! Thanks Pete🤘

  • @KendallBF5

    @KendallBF5

    6 ай бұрын

    So awesome to see you two together in a video.

  • @cameronblight

    @cameronblight

    6 ай бұрын

    What a great colab. Love all your content Zac you inspired me to carry loads of the EDC I currently use

  • @laffcreative

    @laffcreative

    6 ай бұрын

    Great Colab Zack!

  • @andreasgiobel6355

    @andreasgiobel6355

    6 ай бұрын

    Thx for sharing life’s 🎇 🔗🎆 My big problem with small notebooks is “where did write what”. For me it ended up with 10 different notebooks for different categories…. As a result I went back to big post its where I transfer/put the post it in a bigger notebook. The results are that I don’t feel limited to small notebook space, and I can be as detailed as I want to be, so I don’t loose the key element. So basically, I work with post it notes that I put in bigger notebook. Sometimes Its like treasure hunting map…In a good way😊. That’s where I feel comfortable. A big deep note on one page, and the next has a few post it notes with thoughts and ideas

  • @johnnybattlelife

    @johnnybattlelife

    6 ай бұрын

    Peter or anyone else that would know this answer…where did you get the box the wooden box that holds all your field notes?

  • @sniitzel
    @sniitzel4 ай бұрын

    I'm a perfectionist and it took me years to use a notebook without stopping or ripping out paper, because I wasn't satisfied with how it looked. Now I'm two years into journaling and and using pocket notebooks on the go without paying attention to the aesthetic. It was mentally freeing, because perfectionism is one of my weaknesses. Using a notebook as my second brain is helping me overcome my perfectionism, every day a little bit more.

  • @martinboyd447

    @martinboyd447

    4 ай бұрын

    This is huge. I hate the look of getting in the way of just writing.

  • @ominae1

    @ominae1

    3 ай бұрын

    Check the Orange Manuscript.

  • @mariemcintyre6403

    @mariemcintyre6403

    3 ай бұрын

    Same here. I have thrown away several notebooks after a dozen or so pages because I made a mistake and couldn’t cope with imperfection. The pressure to make it visually perfect became overwhelming and so I gave up. Willing to try again with a smaller pocket book as opposed to the forty dollar giant ones. Wish me luck, lol.

  • @poetsgarden1

    @poetsgarden1

    3 ай бұрын

    ha ha I have ripped out so many pages in my journals....

  • @Sumayyahsikiru

    @Sumayyahsikiru

    3 ай бұрын

    Oh my goodness, this is my problem! Now I'm going to work on detaching from that spirit of petfectionism

  • @misterbrickest
    @misterbrickest6 ай бұрын

    I was a heroin addict for almost two decades, ended up on the street going through awful shit like getting stabbed one night. Slept on the sidewalk in the rain (Seattle area, it's cold up here) and ate out of dumpsters. I was out there for almost three years. I've now been clean for 3 and a half years. Rebuilt my life completely. I tell EVERYONE that the two things that helped me stay on track are: exercising regularly for the massive mental health benefit mainly AND writing down all the things I'm going to do with check boxes next to it. That way I don't get stuck over thinking what I'm going to do because I have already decided. I just DO what's on that list. Next project is starting a Photography and Videography business. I have slowly accumulated the gear while working full time in a factory doing metal fabrication, while also learning Davinci Resolve. I got three cameras (R5 is my main) plus a GoPro, nice tripod and some lights. Need more lights BUT I'm getting close. I've already had one business (SEO/Web Design, which is related to my old career) that made money, but I hated it. Stopped doing it. I've decided to go all in on this and am totally driven about doing something for the first time in my life. I'm lucky to have some business experience with things like sales, marketing and social media advertising and with all the knowledge I have now, it's finally time to turn my passion into my living. It sounds too easy but exercise plus writing down and tracking my goals/projects daily really did help me turn my entire life around.

  • @mikeglassburn

    @mikeglassburn

    6 ай бұрын

    For me the thing is consistency. As soon as you stop doing something, it's really hard to get back on it. Good luck man. Keep it up.

  • @Tinaleann_

    @Tinaleann_

    6 ай бұрын

    I just wanna say I’m proud of you for getting sober, if anyone hasn’t told you that lately. And also good lucky with your photography, I too am still learning. My camera is kinda old but it’s a gem to me lol

  • @uuuultra

    @uuuultra

    6 ай бұрын

    Is this your resume? Are we applying for a job here? 🤔

  • @misterbrickest

    @misterbrickest

    6 ай бұрын

    @@mikeglassburn Agreed! You totally need to keep up that momentum. When you stop, your mind starts messing with you; procrastination, insecurity and doubt. But when you stay in motion the momentum carries you through.

  • @Purpleiris444

    @Purpleiris444

    5 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your experience and how writing in a notebook and exercising had changed your life. I noted that just doing those two things consistently and routinely create an anchor. The routine becomes a comfort to keep coming back to. I liked what you said about drawing checkboxes and all you have to do is to go down the list. I know for me every morning I writing out my plans and also write my feelings, thoughts on what happened the day before. I don’t feel overwhelmed like I use to.

  • @eversosleight
    @eversosleight6 ай бұрын

    Got three pack of Field Notes, graph, line, blank. Dude, these have organized my entire life 😃👍

  • @joeldguzman
    @joeldguzman25 күн бұрын

    Why would anyone dislike this video? I love how transparent you are and how you communicate, feels like you're speaking directly to us in the same room. Thank you for making videos like this with human value in addition to professional value in your photography videos. My heart is broken for 363 people out there, thank you @PeterMckinnon for sharing this and please don't stop.💜

  • @NatariSaito
    @NatariSaito6 ай бұрын

    *cries in women's clothing with no pockets to be seen*

  • @user-te7zz8mv3x

    @user-te7zz8mv3x

    Ай бұрын

    i bought a pair of cargo jeans recently and i highly recommend it 😉

  • @LamentaFortuna

    @LamentaFortuna

    Ай бұрын

    I just buy men's pants now. I need pockets.

  • @davedelaneyspeaks
    @davedelaneyspeaks6 ай бұрын

    Great video, Peter. I started a new journal after watching. I'm also new to you and your channel. One thing I wanted to mention, your clip at the start describes ADHD. I mentioned this because I was diagnosed this year at 50. Perhaps you're what I'm calling a fellow “Wise Squirrel.” Keep up the great work!

  • @mikeglassburn

    @mikeglassburn

    6 ай бұрын

    KZread seems to be the perfect space for ADHD creators and to be honest it’s all so relatable watch Pete do his thing.

  • @Taysart410
    @Taysart4105 ай бұрын

    I am going through a difficult situation in my life right now. So i decided to write in a journal everyday a few pages whatever is on my mind. It helps me process my emotions and clears up my mind. I can focus more on being creative. It’s like a free therapy and a great way to start 2024.

  • @TylerMiller
    @TylerMiller6 ай бұрын

    I've started carrying a pocket notebook and journaling and exploring the ideas of "common place books" and compendiums. I have to say, it's been VERY refreshing to know that at any time I can stop, slow down, and just write something down in my notebook. I did struggle with the whole "what notebook should I buy, what should I write in this one, vs that one, etc" and some of the best advice for that, is the best notebook for you to use is the one you have right now. Start with something cheap from walmart or the dollar store, just to start somewhere. And then eventually get in to something like Field Notes, Moleskin, Totebook, Leuchtturm, etc. As a society I feel like we are starting to really yearn and crave that "slow down". Life has been happening so fast and we are constantly bombarded with ads, videos, news, whatever it may be, that we are desperate for an outlet to just slow down and be meaningful. Notebooks are a great avenue for that. Someone also said, journaling and notebooks are cheaper than therapy lol. Not dogging on therapy, but I know at least for me, writing out thoughts, feelings, and emotions has helped me process some of them as you put them pen to paper.

  • @SchwiizerindeUSA
    @SchwiizerindeUSA6 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for this video. I was wondering if I was the only one which struggles with this firework of ideas in my head. I will get a notebook tomorrow and start writing things down. I love how you inspire me and thousands of other people. Thank you for your work and art. Keep doing it. I love it!

  • @samstruys3088
    @samstruys30883 ай бұрын

    I just found your channel. Seems like you are, despite your large amount of followers, a very down to earth guy. Surprisingly and cool to see. Plus you seem cool about pulling others into your videos. Happy I found you and happier still that you found a way to still the chaotic mind. Must admit, as a creative… I seem unable to give direction to my life…. Either I lack the money, the self- confidence, the knowledge, the support, the trust or mental peace to get any place. Love your friend Zach too by the way. I feel we all need friends like you guys. Not in a creepy way, though is it even possible for a 50- year old woman to creep out people? That in itself suddenly seemed creepy, lovely…. Great vibes, great content and great community. Have a great day everyone….:).

  • @dansonkariuki7572
    @dansonkariuki75726 ай бұрын

    I've actually been doing this myself from the last video I saw and it honestly changed my life bro. Thank you so much. If youtube could attach images, I'd share my notebook collection from last year. Every creative needs to try this!! Much love from Kenya.

  • @RachelSchell
    @RachelSchell6 ай бұрын

    I started doing a daily video 807 days ago and recently ordered a daily journal I'm going to start in Jan 2024. I'm so excited to write! Just to write. I feel like I never write anymore and I just love writing, physically writing, not typing. I resonate with so much that was said in this video.

  • @CherylsCreativeWorld33
    @CherylsCreativeWorld336 ай бұрын

    This was BRILLIANT! Thank you and Zac ! I’ve kind of stopped writing, but I am going to start again as I know it’s valuable in our lives. What a great video! Thank you!

  • @Betheother
    @Betheother6 ай бұрын

    Been writing for 4 years now every day first thing in the morning. It’s perfect for seing better the goals you set for yourself. To any creators , in fact, for anyone, this should be an daily habit. Great video Peter🤝🏽

  • @BenjaminWiesner
    @BenjaminWiesner6 ай бұрын

    There's something you do in these videos which I am sure is intentional, and I guess in the grand scheme of youtube as a platform it's nothing hugely special. But the fact that you look straight at the camera, and therefore, into my eyes, into everyones eyes, just gives me strength. Seeing someone do the thing I want to be doing, while also seeing that they struggle too, gives me strength. It makes this dream feel real. Thank you

  • @deltabravo1257

    @deltabravo1257

    6 ай бұрын

    Agreed! It's super annoying watching videos from lesser creators, when they stare at the flip out screen of the camera, which is positioned off the the side. I don't get engaged as much, because it feels like they are talking to the camera and not to the viewer.

  • @discoverindiafilms
    @discoverindiafilms6 ай бұрын

    This was such a helpful video Peter... It is so great to know that one of my role models goes through all the same things, the distractions, the constant "squirrel-ness," doing the un-necessary filler tasks, etc. as I go through on an every day basis. These are the kind of Peter-McKinnon-videos that are the hidden gems, and have important lessons (which might not exactly be photography or film-making, but are just as important!)

  • @salenastinchcombe7358

    @salenastinchcombe7358

    4 ай бұрын

    Something else to try is using a highlighter to cross out your to do list, it feels good to see your progress in colour

  • @salenastinchcombe7358

    @salenastinchcombe7358

    4 ай бұрын

    Sorry wasn't meant to be a reply

  • @JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers
    @JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers6 ай бұрын

    I started taking notes in the 1980’s when I worked in sales, recording meetings with clients etc..even created my own shorthand. Today that we are retired & traveling I still use notebooks for our itineraries. Love it and it’s always always fun to look back on. ~Cara 😊

  • @sanathsan...

    @sanathsan...

    6 ай бұрын

    Damn! Very cool

  • @mbkongalor
    @mbkongalor6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for making this video. I’ve struggled with the same distractions and everything you mentioned for starting projects and whatnot. I’ve also tried to start up some analog note taking and struggled with that too. The struggle is real! 😂 I plan to use this for motivation!

  • @evendiscover
    @evendiscover5 ай бұрын

    I could almost cry, i feel you! Thank you so much for this!!!! Somehow I lost that habit to write down my feelings and thoughts, i struggle a lot with this firework in my head, i can not sleep or need too much time to reflect on things people said, what I said, what my Friendships are, who I am... and so on. My heart feels heavy and overwhelmed almost all the time. So thank you so much for speaking out your thoughts and reminding me of to write things down, take time and calm down.

  • @poetsgarden1

    @poetsgarden1

    3 ай бұрын

    I can so relate..tt really helps me at night to keep paper next to my bed...

  • @-emshalinka-4773
    @-emshalinka-47735 ай бұрын

    i’ve been subbed for many years now. you always make the videos i need to hear at the time i need it most. thank you

  • @jdayal6005
    @jdayal60056 ай бұрын

    I remember my father taking down notes on these small notebooks and later on making an Excel sheet or writing down something on MS Word. But his first preference was always a small field notebook which he always carried. Interestingly he never carried a purse and he had amazing handwriting which I don't have. This video sparked something in me as my father is no longer with me. Miss dad. Now i realize that the notebook that we carried was actually so cool!!

  • @MattGuardiola
    @MattGuardiola6 ай бұрын

    Writing things down can really make I difference! I’ve done this for my last couple KZread scrips and it’s really made a difference!

  • @imagemakerssociety
    @imagemakerssociety6 ай бұрын

    Peter make more of these videos brother. Love these! Really resonated with me.

  • @nicksturgeonbooks
    @nicksturgeonbooks3 ай бұрын

    Thanks Peter for this lovely chat about the notebooks, the sketching and capturing your thoughts and musings on paper. I really enjoyed it and have subscribed for more. Much appreciated. Nick.

  • @uraveragegamer4862
    @uraveragegamer48626 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Peter, i appreciate you! Every time i watch your videos or your post on Instagram i remind myself why i shoot and why i love photography so much. I'm getting a notebook and i hope it'd be as much helpful as it has been to you Thank you for being an inspiration !!!🙏🏾🙏🏾💕💕💕💕

  • @damepeoples
    @damepeoples6 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for making this, I've been feeling all these things with so much going on in life and I have a leather bound notebook for the past year now and it has helped in my creative process that I am now starting to write a book. One more thing unrelated to this but who doesn't love this guy! Lol! A real guy with real problems trying to make it like the rest of us. Stay humble Pete!

  • @happiknife7716
    @happiknife77165 ай бұрын

    Freakn love this. Grabbing a pocket notebook right now....after I do 4 things that I don't need to do..but then I'm definitely going to grab it. In all seriousness, this was an amazing video and such awesome advice. Writing ideas down and crossing them off is like watering the mind to flourish into a beautiful garden of happiness and peace.

  • @patricianadarajah6833
    @patricianadarajah68335 ай бұрын

    In 1992 Julia Cameron published a book called the Artist’s Way which has similar goals to the ones you describe in this video. The book has some basic principles but ultimately it’s meant to encourage creatives to write down their ideas, feelings ,goals etc. and to get into the practice to write every morning when you get up. It’s meant to help you get in touch with your creativity. It’s a great practice whether you do it first thing in the morning or at another time during the day, whether you combine writing and sketching … whatever you choose… it’s amazing what you can get accomplished too when you write stuff down

  • @LegacyGuitars
    @LegacyGuitars6 ай бұрын

    Love this Peter, a great word for me today. I'm the same way always splitting my attention on so many creative things, this will help me diverge and converge, put down my thoughts. Then I can focus on the next thing. New discipline starts today.

  • @bchatzakis
    @bchatzakis6 ай бұрын

    Hey Pete! Your first video got me hooked on using a notebook like it's my morning coffee-every day without fail! I've taken it to the next level with a handwritten calendar, editing notes and a bunch more. It's like my daily superhero cape. Thanks for the gift that keeps on giving, eh! 🍁✨

  • @stupefyfilms8052
    @stupefyfilms80526 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing Pete! I agree so much, wholeheartedly that physically writing is great and feels great for the soul. In a time when my life is feeling chaotic it’s an easy control, where I can slow down and concentrate on my thoughts, “my thoughts”, without distractions. Shit, I’m going to go write right now. Thanks again, Pete and I hope you and your family are doing well.

  • @ScottRuthvenFineArt
    @ScottRuthvenFineArt4 ай бұрын

    I love you man! You are so damn relatable and always fun to watch. I’ve been using Moleskine cashier notebooks for years, the small 3“ x 5“ paper covered ones to capture ideas for paintings, things I’m grateful for, great quotes, and my to do lists. They help me order the chaos in life and are a great resource to look back on.

  • @ChadHensley
    @ChadHensley6 ай бұрын

    I can attest to the benefits of keeping a notebook. My personal notebook is a bit larger. I use an A5 Dotted Leuchtturm. The dotted journal actually opens up my creativity because the lines do not hinder my perspective. Some pages are artistic quotes I create, others are notes from lectures and sermons, and each week and month have their own page simply planning my schedule. One thing I have been doing for several years is keeping track of all the books I read during the time I am using that personal notebook. So glad you shared this on the channel! Really hope it helps people who have never considered it. Also nice to meet Zac on here. Not sure I could go without my cell phone but man it would be nice.

  • @srmusic001

    @srmusic001

    2 ай бұрын

    @ChadHensley can you please provide the product link

  • @thedufloth
    @thedufloth6 ай бұрын

    Great video!!! I worked in fashion industry for about 10 years of my life. During college I remembered that one of the tasks was to have a notebook and write/draw anything on it. It didn't have to be exactly relate to clothes, it could be an idea for a product campaign, a picture, a background that you saw and you liked it. It really makes a whole difference because as you said Peter, I'm also struggling to create because I have 10 others things to do exactly at the same time. This keeps you focus on what you are doing and you won't forget an idea if you write it down. Also, I have a to do list everyday so I know what I should be doing. Love your work Peter.

  • @grimwest1222
    @grimwest12226 ай бұрын

    Really felt the love, or excitement in this - you had found something and were excited to share what works for you. It's incredible to hear you're still at it two years later! I really resonated at the end there where you described your struggle with focus - this will be worth a shot for me. Thank you for all you do but most importantly sharing your genuine self.

  • @rodneybrown5889
    @rodneybrown58896 ай бұрын

    This video has put my hoarding of new unused Moleskine Notebooks back in my head , and to surely help me in my journey to putting my ideas down with pen to paper!!! Thank You Pete and Zac!!!! Always a great video Pete!!

  • @alsoknownasdean
    @alsoknownasdean6 ай бұрын

    Thank you Pete. Needed to see this today. Thank you for the inspiration

  • @SurprisedByMinistry
    @SurprisedByMinistry5 ай бұрын

    As a creative who’s trying to do creative things, I know you are right when you say it’s not always as easy as it looks. I also know that you are right about the importance of keeping a daily journal. A daily journal is the difference between a dream soon forgotten and a goal forever accomplished. Thank you for you excellent work.

  • @Mr.Samu.
    @Mr.Samu.6 ай бұрын

    Again such a helpful and motivatonal video! Thank you Pete 🙏

  • @thatryguygamer1616
    @thatryguygamer16166 ай бұрын

    Thank you Peter, I needed this. I appreciate you putting out a video about just being a creative person and that its actually normal for a creative to be scatter brained. I didn't realise you had put out a video about writing things down a while ago but for some reason, I had begun writing things down as a way to keep on top of things at work. Then it worked out so well for my work brain that I started doing it for my personal brain. 15 days later, I'm feeling different for sure.

  • @joshgarber6571
    @joshgarber65716 ай бұрын

    One of my favorite things about Peter's channel is how he brings other people into his videos all the time. His friends who are skilled at something and he just includes it in a random video. So dope and makes his videos that much more interesting

  • @aligolshannoor
    @aligolshannoor6 ай бұрын

    Missed these videos from you. Loved it! ❤

  • @victorialong4625
    @victorialong46252 ай бұрын

    Oh goodness your honesty is so awesome and helpful

  • @marlonpdot
    @marlonpdot6 ай бұрын

    I can't love this video enough.. I feel like the words you used to describe the way your brain works is very similar to me and I've never been able to find the words to explain it myself!! Thanks so much!! I've tried notebooks, but I fall out of the habit after a few days because my brain is like.. NOW NOW NOW go do "this" new thing.

  • @arkerchi
    @arkerchi5 ай бұрын

    Only through this video, I realised that I have exactly the same issue.. the many fireworks that just keep going off in my head. No wonder I am always so mentally tired but unproductive in real life. You have aptly described what goes on in my head all the time. I may be teaching in the class and then I will have ideas flying off on the next craft project that I need to do (which has no relevance to the Math class I am having at that moment). And, I have the WIP on my table which I needed to complete but I moved on to something else because I wanted to try out the idea that popped into my head. Or when I was working on my project and suddenly decided that I needed to prepare a teaching slide for my English class the next day so that the pupils know what are verbs. So, I should really start a notebook. Thanks for showing me what my brains are up to. :)

  • @BryanMutetiMusau
    @BryanMutetiMusau3 ай бұрын

    Always a pleasure watching you from the video of your visit to Kenya... Where am from made me feel conected and inspired to do creative stuff. Thank you for this ill give it a try

  • @saltydesignstudio
    @saltydesignstudio6 ай бұрын

    Love it! Thanks for the insights🙌🏼

  • @subrotomitra
    @subrotomitra6 ай бұрын

    Simple and easy message -- what we need to be doing...Thanks PM..

  • @adrianzaragoza4983
    @adrianzaragoza49836 ай бұрын

    Zac!!! Thank you for this Pete!!

  • @michaelm5
    @michaelm56 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this Peter

  • @aek.s
    @aek.s6 ай бұрын

    I adore pete's channel for both himself, his direction and the spotlights on other creators and their skills/interests, that he always finds a beautiful way to include. the personal anecdotes, the editing, everything in this video, is articulated so well. I just want to say thank you!

  • @studioryley
    @studioryley6 ай бұрын

    Wow. Listening to you describe feeling stoked on an idea one day, but doing 3 other things before doing it, so by the time you get to the amazing idea the next day, you're no longer stoked on it so don't do it ... one of the most relatable things I've ever heard someone say on KZread, or in life! And it's something I'm re-struggling with (re-struggling?) the last few months with reaching the 1 year milestone of going full time in starting my own business, but being far too familiar with the snowball effect you described that keeps happening! Thank you Peter! Definitely going to implement this note taking to try and clear my mind and see my goals more clearly, without letting my own brain run my ideas off the road. Thank you, thank you, and thank you.

  • @artpreo.travel
    @artpreo.travel4 ай бұрын

    Thank you Peter for video. Completely agree with you, it helps managage things in life, not only in creative processes, but also in personal life. I am journaling for decades - and for me this process is like a meeting with psychotherapist. Some how when you put words on paper, answers start coming. So yeah, highly recommend to any one at least try to write a journal for some moment.

  • @douglasadams1105
    @douglasadams11056 ай бұрын

    Love it. Great video. Thanks for sharing.

  • @Fingerlisp
    @Fingerlisp2 ай бұрын

    This was the most helpful video I have seen on the topic of 'writing it down'. And you explained my problem thoroughly. It took me two days to watch this, since I had the idea to make a leather cover for my field notes that I hadn't bought yet, but had to stop to make a leather bag for my new LED light, which had to wait because I needed to get colored pencil lead for my mechanical pencil that was going into my new field notes cover, along with the 6" steel ruler that I already have but needed to find (for dimensions, of course)....

  • @user-mt1um8dt8g
    @user-mt1um8dt8g6 ай бұрын

    You are are so inspiring man… God bless your soul! I’ve gone through so many hard times and your thoughts, words and good personality and kindness was like a light in the darkness. Especially this days when everybody in the graveyard of this social media thing. Your voice is so unique. Thank you very much🙏🙏

  • @filmsbytrav_
    @filmsbytrav_6 ай бұрын

    Very relatable! A nice little reminder to dust off the old analogue journal and give it another shot. Thanks mate

  • @dchappell
    @dchappell6 ай бұрын

    Loved the first notebook video, I have a little leather folio with a pen holder in it so I always that puppy in my back pocket. Thanks so much for this!

  • @iwonaottenbreit2280
    @iwonaottenbreit22804 ай бұрын

    I've always wanted to write a blog and I did try couple of times but I successfully talked myself out of it because of so many other things. Your words sound so familiar. Today tho before I evev seen your video I was wondering how could I pass on some of my wisdom to my two little doughters. And yet again the thought of blogging came back to my mind and a very clear concept of what is it going to be about. Your video just made me go and bought a domain on squarespace and right now I'm sitting writting down in my little notebook about my next steps. Thank you Peter. Keep inspiring us all 😊and all the best in 2024 🎉

  • @brad_in_yyc
    @brad_in_yyc6 ай бұрын

    I absolutely, one million percent, bloody love this. This was amazing. And a great idea to work from.

  • @EdZissou
    @EdZissou6 ай бұрын

    Thank you Peter for sharing great ideas that can help your community. For that, our love.

  • @mycozygardencottage
    @mycozygardencottage5 ай бұрын

    Yes! Thank you for confirming my thoughts on digital note taking! I recently decided I'm totally done with trying to use digital calendars to keep myself organized. There's something so refreshing about putting it on paper and decorating the page with little doodles. Shayda Campbell has some wonderful journal drawing tutorials that I used to watch all the time. Then I decided to try a digital calendar thinking it would be more versatile. Technology is out of control. It's getting so overblown and overly complicated. I'm not a programmer and I don't want to take a 6 month course to learn how to use an app. Paper and pencil keeps my information where I want it, keeps my data safe and I feel so much better now! I didn't realize that tech was stressing me out so much!

  • @judahwesley
    @judahwesley6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Pete for the video. I gotta say i use to do that a lot this year since my photography journey took off. But i slowed down... Coz it got too noisy inside my head and my work flow started going down hill which i ended up loosing a lot of missed opportunities. But after watching this... This might... No. Will be the time i get back onto that creative workflow and jott down every inspiration that hits me. And maybe... Just maybe.. I'll have my own KZread channel and platform. 😊

  • @MECamping
    @MECamping6 ай бұрын

    So true Peter, I started using a small notebook with me every day and taking some notes in it. Movie ideas, shots to do, things to shop, measurements I must remember when I go to the hard ware store. You’re so right in what you say, a pen and paper is relaxing and peaceful in some strange way. I thought I was alone in this modern world to carry around a pen and paper. Thanks for the inspiration in all you do. ❤

  • @jeffmartineau8479
    @jeffmartineau84796 ай бұрын

    Dude this resonated big time, thank you.

  • @chrisleach5682
    @chrisleach56826 ай бұрын

    More of this! Thanks Pete!

  • @victorgerheim
    @victorgerheim6 ай бұрын

    I’ve been using a notebook and it really helps. I've ADHD, it helps me to deal loads of thing many of them you've mentioned

  • @poetsgarden1

    @poetsgarden1

    3 ай бұрын

    ditto

  • @Aprylnators
    @Aprylnators6 ай бұрын

    Loved this! There's something about handwriting & sketching that always gets me into creative mode and having a quick way to get ideas documented is so valuable!

  • @sharongolaneffective
    @sharongolaneffective6 ай бұрын

    Really important video. I love writing things and it really focuses me. Thanks ❤

  • @ranchofyrman
    @ranchofyrman6 ай бұрын

    I can totally relate Pete. I forget ideas as fast as I think of them!!! Buying field notes now... thx

  • @MattatHiddenLight
    @MattatHiddenLight6 ай бұрын

    Love videos like this. Doesn’t have to be all photo/video all the time.

  • @robyn_southafrica
    @robyn_southafrica6 ай бұрын

    Everything about this video is so awesomely amazing!! OMG 🙏🏾📒🤍

  • @Photostoodpro
    @Photostoodpro6 ай бұрын

    Love the colors in your videos man. Proud of you baby boy!

  • @patrickdubois7692
    @patrickdubois76926 ай бұрын

    Great episode - very inspiring!!

  • @makisaku
    @makisaku6 ай бұрын

    Great video. Thanks, it helped me focus again.

  • @RichardLevitte
    @RichardLevitte6 ай бұрын

    This... was unusually inspiring. Thank you, both you and @zacinthewild

  • @parrotcracker6629
    @parrotcracker6629Ай бұрын

    I've been keeping a pocket sketchbook for 4 months now. I'm into 1 1/2 of my Field Notes and I've notice that I'm gradually sketching and using it more. I went from every other week of drawing, to a few days, to every other day. There's not a lot of pressure to fill a 3.5 x 5,5 inches page compared to 8.5 x 11 inches. I actually feel amazing and a lot of my anxiety over NOT drawing or accomplishing anything has gone away.

  • @TheDadCave
    @TheDadCave6 ай бұрын

    I really enjoyed this follow up video to the one you did before. While I didn’t keep up with it like I wanted too, I have a renewed energy to pursue it again. BTW, best part of the video was the amazing fireworks display! Loved the video.

  • @jonathan_speaks
    @jonathan_speaks6 ай бұрын

    Love it! Thank you

  • @FuZionVideos
    @FuZionVideos6 ай бұрын

    Writing things down changed everything. It helped me 4x my business, but I do it mostly on a digital notebook as I cannot keep track of my physical note books and the clutter drives me nuts. I use Supernote, and it gives the tactile feel with the ability to organize however I want with multiple notes books for everything all at my finger tips.

  • @cmman4u
    @cmman4u3 ай бұрын

    Beautiful video thanks

  • @jtthorn
    @jtthorn6 ай бұрын

    Your first video on this inspired me and I too still write everything down in my notebook every day since that video. Changed my life! Thanks, Peter!

  • @JesseSteinfort
    @JesseSteinfort5 ай бұрын

    I'm just getting started. It is good to get this encouragement and reinforcement.

  • @field_notes_brand
    @field_notes_brand6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for sharing Zac & Peter. Happy to see our books being put to great use.

  • @ladyjaykat
    @ladyjaykat6 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for sharing. This is definitely a mindful tool and practice that will me to be present and to help reset my mind at a slower pace. Much appreciated.

  • @aaqilnizam3374
    @aaqilnizam33746 ай бұрын

    such good timing! I have just been thinking of getting more notes down be it digitally or physically and to come across this video, now its just perfect, might get a pocket notebook now.

  • @nadiasmotionlab3896
    @nadiasmotionlab38966 ай бұрын

    Your the best! I’ve been struggling with the same thing. At some point I transitioned to writing on posted notes, and I realize now that’s my problem. I need to go back to a notebook

  • @ammarahmad6784
    @ammarahmad67846 ай бұрын

    Would love to see a video on how you use the notebooks! I’ve tried writing in notebooks before but don’t know how to make it organized lol

  • @desireelacy1767
    @desireelacy17675 ай бұрын

    Oh my GOSH, Peter McKinnon!! I can so relate…fireworks, idea, get a couple of things done first, clean my desk, fireworks… never ending!! I have been a journalist for a large part of my life. On/off. Recently back in just to settle those thought in the head. So so true!! I knew I liked you for some reason! Thanks for all you do and share!

  • @TrueNorthLens
    @TrueNorthLens6 ай бұрын

    Definitely something I have been putting off for way too long. Been thinking about this idea to help grow my KZread channel and I need to JUST DO IT already! Thanks for the motivation Pete!

  • @derrickdavila_art
    @derrickdavila_art5 ай бұрын

    It's been roughly two years since I've carried a Field Notes notebook. I recall how daily writing and sketching would help me better understand my creative process and how to build upon it. The part about slowing things down hits home and reminds me to let the inner voice, imagination, thoughts, and feelings pour onto paper wherever and whenever. Thanks for sharing your uplifting experience.

  • @adventuretimefishinghunting
    @adventuretimefishinghunting6 ай бұрын

    Peter, I hope you never stop making videos like these. You always seem to make them at just the right time! Thank you!

  • @talliyahrose
    @talliyahrose2 ай бұрын

    I don't know if you have ever been evaluated for it, but all the things you say about yourself hit home with me... and my ADHD. So glad you found something that has helped to keep you focused and on the tasked you want to do. Finding the right tool is so beneficial for anyone.

  • @DeathGripWax
    @DeathGripWax6 ай бұрын

    Really good stuff! Most of my writing is work related these days but I used to be an avid journaling guy. Need to get back into that practice.

  • @Francisco_Manos
    @Francisco_Manos5 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the content and the sound effects. Like a computer, the pocket notebook can also lead to distractions, but in a manageable and positive way.

  • @AdamKozak100
    @AdamKozak1005 ай бұрын

    love your videos Pete

  • @dalontekeemer6665
    @dalontekeemer66655 ай бұрын

    Loved this video ❤

  • @ourrvtracks
    @ourrvtracks6 ай бұрын

    10:21 -10:28 sounds exactly like what goes through my head daily trying to think of new ideas 😂. I’ve got to try this notebook idea! Having calm in the chaos sounds like a great takeoff to carrying around a pen and a notebook! Thanks for a great video as always Peter!!!