Trust only movement. Life happens at the level of events, not of words. Trust movement. – Alfred Adler

This quote landed like a natural 20 during my daily journaling session in Obsidian. The meaning behind the quote might be closer to the song “More Than Words” by Extreme… But today, it inspires me to focus on movement in my goals. As I prepare to wrap up 2024 and look ahead to 2025, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the past year’s Sagas, the monumental goals I set, and to start shaping new ones.

In the chaotic adventure of life, it’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of daily tasks and forget the epic story we’re trying to tell. That’s where daily notes come in. For me, taking daily notes isn’t just a productivity hack—it’s a way to capture the narrative, track my quests, and reflect on the journey. Think of it as the adventurer’s journal you wish you’d always kept.

Here’s why I think daily notes are essential, why I’ve chosen Obsidian as my tool of choice, and how my fantasy-inspired daily note template keeps me motivated and (mostly) organized.