This is a collection of things that Kitty (the AI PA) created for the day. Starting with questions in the morning and then creating a todo list for me (Daniel) to follow. Suggestions for the day are also created (although I've put them at the end to make the layout better).

At the end of the day Kitty will ask some "END OF DAY QUESTIONS", which aren't included here, and then creates a journal entry, as if was written by me, which then gets written using Kitty's drawing machine into my paper journal.

The content below is generated by AI, not all days contain all the things.

DAILY ROLL-UP


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MORNING QUESTIONS

  • What's one creative activity you can engage in today that aligns well with your desire to avoid laptop use and foster relaxation, especially considering your recent focus on reading and managing your books more effectively?
  • As you continue to navigate your current projects, what’s one actionable step you can take today to streamline an aspect of your workflow that has been challenging?
  • How can the idea of incorporating small photo printers and personal technology into your journaling enhance your creative documentation today?
  • What are your plans for today?
  • Anything else you want to mention?

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TODOS

[ ] - Finish penplotter.com course outline
[ ] - Implement studio shutdown routine from 4 PM


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JOURNAL

Plotting 16 new gridden journal pages

This Tuesday was a productive day. I spent the morning diving into my admin tasks, which took me till around 9:30am. Then, I switched gears to focus on the penplotter.com website. This chunk of the morning flowed well as I meticulously worked on fleshing out the course modules and lessons. By about 11:30am, I was deep into adding resources and links—time-consuming, but necessary to get it right.

After a quick lunch break, I got back to adding resources to the website. Finishing this part felt like a relief. By mid-afternoon, I had wrapped up all the outlines and resources for the course. This ticked off a big item on my to-do list and left me feeling satisfied with the progress.

One creative activity for the day was sketching. I’ve been meaning to get back into it, especially to refine my drawing skills. Although it was brief, the sketching session in the evening was refreshing. Doodling with no particular plan reminded me how much I enjoy this activity. Maybe I need to incorporate this more into my routine, even if it’s just for a short while each day.

In terms of relaxation, I’ve been working on switching off screens after 8:30pm. Last night, I stuck to this plan and read some newsletters and Reddit posts until then. This change is definitely helping my evenings be more calming and less hectic. Reading before bed is becoming a nice, quiet way to unwind.

Reflecting on my workflow, I've noticed it's almost too streamlined now. The simplicity makes me second-guess if I should be doing more. One actionable step I took today was to stick to stopping work at 4pm for my studio shutdown routine. It’s a good habit that’s helping keep things orderly.

I'm still waiting for the estate agent update concerning the studio sale. Patience is running thin, but I’m trying to stay positive. Unfortunately, there wasn’t much news today, but I’m hopeful for something in the next few days.

Overall, today balanced productive work and creativity well. Looking forward to diving back into the website tomorrow and maybe sneaking in another sketch session.


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SUGGESTIONS

Sure, Daniel! Let's break this down:

Suggestion for the Day

Focus on structuring your evening creative activities to foster relaxation and balance. Given your desire to unwind without screens and foster a satisfying creative routine, prioritize earlier fiction reading or simple sketching in the evening.

Action Points

  • Prioritize Fiction Reading Earlier in the Evening: Start reading your fiction book right after dinner to ensure you don’t feel too tired to read by 8:30 PM.
  • Utilize the Sketchbook: Dedicate a brief period (15-20 minutes) post-dinner to doodling or sketching. This helps ease you into a relaxed state and fulfills your desire to engage in low-tech creative activities.
  • Implement Studio Shutdown Routine: Strictly adhere to the studio shutdown routine at 4 PM, allowing you to transition smoothly from work to personal time and preventing the laptop from creeping into your evening.

Affirmation

You are successfully balancing creativity and relaxation, trusting in your structured routines to guide a fulfilling day. 🌟

Other Thoughts

  • Consider Catching Up on VSketch for the Zoom Lesson: Utilize any spare moments during admin time to make sure you're all set for the lesson on Wednesday.
  • Stay Mindful of Headache Triggers: Continue avoiding technology in the evening to prevent headaches. It's working!
  • Track Book Progress in Obsidian: Keep up with documenting your book readings in Obsidian. It's a promising start to organizing your reading habits more effectively. Feel free to let me know if there's anything else you need. Have a fantastic, productive, and relaxing day, Daniel!

Sincere Kitty 😺