Flow resources

This is a page for things that I am finding useful in my search for flow, and in my life in general.

My new favourite thing (kind of): The Supernote A5X. I love taking notes by hand, but was sick and tired of having ten notebooks for all the things I’m reading and interested in. I was using the Rocketbook, but that essentially contained only notes for work. It was still isomorphic to an ordinary notebook as well, so switching between topics was not effortless, and space ran out quickly. With the Supernote, I can do all the writing I want, knowing they’ll be synced to my Dropbox, and can use the same device for every topic.

I did a lot of research on E-ink notebooks before settling on the Supernote, and it is a pleasure to use. However! There is one big problem! My battery runs down markedly overnight, when it is supposed to be sleeping. I can lose anywhere from 20 to 50% overnight, which often means I have to charge it in the morning before I can start working. Of course, you can use it while charging, but the cable is a pain. I am going to give Supernote the benefit of the doubt though, and assume this is not normal behaviour. I have already contacted support and will update here if they come through – or not.

UPDATE: The Supernote seems to have stabilized. Whilst I did not hear back from Supernote support after initial contact, battery life seems to have increased over time and I can now get many days of hard use from it. No more mystery drains. I am loving it more and more.

Sony Headphones

Usually my “favourite thing” list was topped by my Kindle Fire or my Sony headphones, before the Supernote arrived. There is simply no better way to shut the world out than Sony’s noise-cancelling technology. And, they are bloody brilliant on planes – I never want to fly without them again. I go nowhere without these.

Art of Impossible

This really is the starting point. If you are at all interested in flow, get this.

L-Tyrosine

I am no medical doctor, and you should always consult with someone about supplements, especially if you have any underlying conditions. But this stuff is great! It works on your dopamine levels, and so should not be taken every day, if you’re taking it for focus. I use it twice a week, maximum. Those are often the two best days of the week…

Removable Whiteboard

This is not the exact brand I am using, since that one seems to have disappeared from Amazon. This is such a simple idea, but it works brilliantly. It’s great for keeping a project outline visible in my office and adjusting as needed. I also love thinking a problem through on a whiteboard, and of course it’s ideal for collaboration.