When I was in college I used to take notes covered in doodles. It wasn't because I was bored. The truth is, doodling helps me to focus and do a better job of listening. Sitting in a meeting last night I couldn't help but let my pen wander.
How about you? Does doodling help you pay attention?
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I doodle at every PD. My notes become mini-artworks. I think the beauty of it is that as a teacher it has helped me understand that learning does not just have to happen by sitting still and listening.
I doodle at every PD. My notes become mini-artworks. I think the beauty of it is that as a teacher it has helped me understand that learning does not just have to happen by sitting still and listening.
I doodle at every PD. My notes become mini-artworks. I think the beauty of it is that as a teacher it has helped me understand that learning does not just have to happen by sitting still and listening.
I doodle at every PD. My notes become mini-artworks. I think the beauty of it is that as a teacher it has helped me understand that learning does not just have to happen by sitting still and listening.
I doodle at every PD. My notes become mini-artworks. I think the beauty of it is that as a teacher it has helped me understand that learning does not just have to happen by sitting still and listening.
Absolutely. I did this through high school and college. Thankfully I had a high school teacher tell me that some folks “hear” better that way and he didn’t take take it as personal insult.
Absolutely. I did this through high school and college. Thankfully I had a high school teacher tell me that some folks “hear” better that way and he didn’t take take it as personal insult.
Absolutely. I did this through high school and college. Thankfully I had a high school teacher tell me that some folks “hear” better that way and he didn’t take take it as personal insult.
Absolutely. I did this through high school and college. Thankfully I had a high school teacher tell me that some folks “hear” better that way and he didn’t take take it as personal insult.
Absolutely. I did this through high school and college. Thankfully I had a high school teacher tell me that some folks “hear” better that way and he didn’t take take it as personal insult.
Love your doodles!
Love your doodles!
Love your doodles!
Love your doodles!
Love your doodles!
I so agree. I have always used doodling as a way of helping me really focus on the words being spoken in a meeting. It has been a bit controversial at times – I worked for a boss who could not understand why I would need to draw to listen. It is nice to know other people use doodling like I do.
I so agree. I have always used doodling as a way of helping me really focus on the words being spoken in a meeting. It has been a bit controversial at times – I worked for a boss who could not understand why I would need to draw to listen. It is nice to know other people use doodling like I do.
I so agree. I have always used doodling as a way of helping me really focus on the words being spoken in a meeting. It has been a bit controversial at times – I worked for a boss who could not understand why I would need to draw to listen. It is nice to know other people use doodling like I do.
I so agree. I have always used doodling as a way of helping me really focus on the words being spoken in a meeting. It has been a bit controversial at times – I worked for a boss who could not understand why I would need to draw to listen. It is nice to know other people use doodling like I do.
I so agree. I have always used doodling as a way of helping me really focus on the words being spoken in a meeting. It has been a bit controversial at times – I worked for a boss who could not understand why I would need to draw to listen. It is nice to know other people use doodling like I do.
I doodled all the way through school. Remember PeeChee’s?! Mine were covered front, back and inside.
I doodled all the way through school. Remember PeeChee’s?! Mine were covered front, back and inside.
I doodled all the way through school. Remember PeeChee’s?! Mine were covered front, back and inside.
I doodled all the way through school. Remember PeeChee’s?! Mine were covered front, back and inside.
I doodled all the way through school. Remember PeeChee’s?! Mine were covered front, back and inside.
It is so wonderful that today we can honor this part of ourselves knowing that it is easier to listen when we are doodling than just sitting still. I used to have to take copious notes in college to listen and remember the lectures. Educators need to embrace this learning style and support students who work best this way instead of trying to conform to the “Bell Curve” learning style. Julie, thank you for bringing an authentic voice to this wonderful awareness and truth.
It is so wonderful that today we can honor this part of ourselves knowing that it is easier to listen when we are doodling than just sitting still. I used to have to take copious notes in college to listen and remember the lectures. Educators need to embrace this learning style and support students who work best this way instead of trying to conform to the “Bell Curve” learning style. Julie, thank you for bringing an authentic voice to this wonderful awareness and truth.
It is so wonderful that today we can honor this part of ourselves knowing that it is easier to listen when we are doodling than just sitting still. I used to have to take copious notes in college to listen and remember the lectures. Educators need to embrace this learning style and support students who work best this way instead of trying to conform to the “Bell Curve” learning style. Julie, thank you for bringing an authentic voice to this wonderful awareness and truth.
It is so wonderful that today we can honor this part of ourselves knowing that it is easier to listen when we are doodling than just sitting still. I used to have to take copious notes in college to listen and remember the lectures. Educators need to embrace this learning style and support students who work best this way instead of trying to conform to the “Bell Curve” learning style. Julie, thank you for bringing an authentic voice to this wonderful awareness and truth.
It is so wonderful that today we can honor this part of ourselves knowing that it is easier to listen when we are doodling than just sitting still. I used to have to take copious notes in college to listen and remember the lectures. Educators need to embrace this learning style and support students who work best this way instead of trying to conform to the “Bell Curve” learning style. Julie, thank you for bringing an authentic voice to this wonderful awareness and truth.
When I was in massage therapy school, they ran some tests to find out what type of learners we were. I was by far a visual and kinesthetic learning. I asked the instructor, since I am not an auditory learner, is that why I doodle when I listen to lectures. Sure enough, he confirmed that it helps you listen.
When I was in massage therapy school, they ran some tests to find out what type of learners we were. I was by far a visual and kinesthetic learning. I asked the instructor, since I am not an auditory learner, is that why I doodle when I listen to lectures. Sure enough, he confirmed that it helps you listen.
When I was in massage therapy school, they ran some tests to find out what type of learners we were. I was by far a visual and kinesthetic learning. I asked the instructor, since I am not an auditory learner, is that why I doodle when I listen to lectures. Sure enough, he confirmed that it helps you listen.
When I was in massage therapy school, they ran some tests to find out what type of learners we were. I was by far a visual and kinesthetic learning. I asked the instructor, since I am not an auditory learner, is that why I doodle when I listen to lectures. Sure enough, he confirmed that it helps you listen.
When I was in massage therapy school, they ran some tests to find out what type of learners we were. I was by far a visual and kinesthetic learning. I asked the instructor, since I am not an auditory learner, is that why I doodle when I listen to lectures. Sure enough, he confirmed that it helps you listen.
Yes, I have always doodled when sitting in meetings or classes. So glad to learn that I’m not alone and that I was actually being a good listener!
Yes, I have always doodled when sitting in meetings or classes. So glad to learn that I’m not alone and that I was actually being a good listener!
Yes, I have always doodled when sitting in meetings or classes. So glad to learn that I’m not alone and that I was actually being a good listener!
Yes, I have always doodled when sitting in meetings or classes. So glad to learn that I’m not alone and that I was actually being a good listener!
Yes, I have always doodled when sitting in meetings or classes. So glad to learn that I’m not alone and that I was actually being a good listener!
I doodled along with taking notes and I found that as I looked back through my notes later that I could picture myself “hearing” what was being said at the time I was drawing that particular doodle…if that makes sense! I also made mini illustrations in my notes to help me remember things. This was especially helpful in art history. 🙂
I doodled along with taking notes and I found that as I looked back through my notes later that I could picture myself “hearing” what was being said at the time I was drawing that particular doodle…if that makes sense! I also made mini illustrations in my notes to help me remember things. This was especially helpful in art history. 🙂
I doodled along with taking notes and I found that as I looked back through my notes later that I could picture myself “hearing” what was being said at the time I was drawing that particular doodle…if that makes sense! I also made mini illustrations in my notes to help me remember things. This was especially helpful in art history. 🙂
I doodled along with taking notes and I found that as I looked back through my notes later that I could picture myself “hearing” what was being said at the time I was drawing that particular doodle…if that makes sense! I also made mini illustrations in my notes to help me remember things. This was especially helpful in art history. 🙂
I doodled along with taking notes and I found that as I looked back through my notes later that I could picture myself “hearing” what was being said at the time I was drawing that particular doodle…if that makes sense! I also made mini illustrations in my notes to help me remember things. This was especially helpful in art history. 🙂
this is so true…actually, I heard there was a book/program written about it too…
this is so true…actually, I heard there was a book/program written about it too…
this is so true…actually, I heard there was a book/program written about it too…
this is so true…actually, I heard there was a book/program written about it too…
this is so true…actually, I heard there was a book/program written about it too…
Julie,I am taking this opportunity to thank you. I look forward to seeing you on my email every day. I love what you choose to share with us. You are so open and giving and I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate that. I have doodled for umpteen years and was always embarrassed when people would look and see what I was doing. Not any more. Have a glorious day. Hugs, penny
Julie,I am taking this opportunity to thank you. I look forward to seeing you on my email every day. I love what you choose to share with us. You are so open and giving and I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate that. I have doodled for umpteen years and was always embarrassed when people would look and see what I was doing. Not any more. Have a glorious day. Hugs, penny
Julie,I am taking this opportunity to thank you. I look forward to seeing you on my email every day. I love what you choose to share with us. You are so open and giving and I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate that. I have doodled for umpteen years and was always embarrassed when people would look and see what I was doing. Not any more. Have a glorious day. Hugs, penny
Julie,I am taking this opportunity to thank you. I look forward to seeing you on my email every day. I love what you choose to share with us. You are so open and giving and I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate that. I have doodled for umpteen years and was always embarrassed when people would look and see what I was doing. Not any more. Have a glorious day. Hugs, penny
Julie,I am taking this opportunity to thank you. I look forward to seeing you on my email every day. I love what you choose to share with us. You are so open and giving and I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate that. I have doodled for umpteen years and was always embarrassed when people would look and see what I was doing. Not any more. Have a glorious day. Hugs, penny
I know when I am doodling that others think that I am not listening =- but quite the contrary. I always bring my doodle journal with me to Bible Study. I get some looks but I really do listen better. And if I forget my doodle journal, I use my Starbucks cup or sleeve. Glad I am not the only one.
I know when I am doodling that others think that I am not listening =- but quite the contrary. I always bring my doodle journal with me to Bible Study. I get some looks but I really do listen better. And if I forget my doodle journal, I use my Starbucks cup or sleeve. Glad I am not the only one.
I know when I am doodling that others think that I am not listening =- but quite the contrary. I always bring my doodle journal with me to Bible Study. I get some looks but I really do listen better. And if I forget my doodle journal, I use my Starbucks cup or sleeve. Glad I am not the only one.
I know when I am doodling that others think that I am not listening =- but quite the contrary. I always bring my doodle journal with me to Bible Study. I get some looks but I really do listen better. And if I forget my doodle journal, I use my Starbucks cup or sleeve. Glad I am not the only one.
I know when I am doodling that others think that I am not listening =- but quite the contrary. I always bring my doodle journal with me to Bible Study. I get some looks but I really do listen better. And if I forget my doodle journal, I use my Starbucks cup or sleeve. Glad I am not the only one.
I totally understand, I do the exact same thing at work. I was flipping through some important papers and one of my co-workers was like I love it! So glad the doodle was on back of the paper. LOL 🙂
I totally understand, I do the exact same thing at work. I was flipping through some important papers and one of my co-workers was like I love it! So glad the doodle was on back of the paper. LOL 🙂
I totally understand, I do the exact same thing at work. I was flipping through some important papers and one of my co-workers was like I love it! So glad the doodle was on back of the paper. LOL 🙂
I totally understand, I do the exact same thing at work. I was flipping through some important papers and one of my co-workers was like I love it! So glad the doodle was on back of the paper. LOL 🙂
I totally understand, I do the exact same thing at work. I was flipping through some important papers and one of my co-workers was like I love it! So glad the doodle was on back of the paper. LOL 🙂
Knitting helps me pay attention, though it’s not quite as discreet as doodling!
Knitting helps me pay attention, though it’s not quite as discreet as doodling!
Knitting helps me pay attention, though it’s not quite as discreet as doodling!
Knitting helps me pay attention, though it’s not quite as discreet as doodling!
Knitting helps me pay attention, though it’s not quite as discreet as doodling!
I love doodling, but I find it really hard to do when I’m listening to someone because I’m partially deaf and need to see them to hear them! Oh phone calls, however, I’m well away – turn up the volume, pen in hand 😀
I love doodling, but I find it really hard to do when I’m listening to someone because I’m partially deaf and need to see them to hear them! Oh phone calls, however, I’m well away – turn up the volume, pen in hand 😀
I love doodling, but I find it really hard to do when I’m listening to someone because I’m partially deaf and need to see them to hear them! Oh phone calls, however, I’m well away – turn up the volume, pen in hand 😀
I love doodling, but I find it really hard to do when I’m listening to someone because I’m partially deaf and need to see them to hear them! Oh phone calls, however, I’m well away – turn up the volume, pen in hand 😀
I love doodling, but I find it really hard to do when I’m listening to someone because I’m partially deaf and need to see them to hear them! Oh phone calls, however, I’m well away – turn up the volume, pen in hand 😀
I wish I could listen while doodling. I get lost in the doodle and my mind really wanders. If I need to focus, I have to keep the pen away from the paper.
I wish I could listen while doodling. I get lost in the doodle and my mind really wanders. If I need to focus, I have to keep the pen away from the paper.
I wish I could listen while doodling. I get lost in the doodle and my mind really wanders. If I need to focus, I have to keep the pen away from the paper.
I wish I could listen while doodling. I get lost in the doodle and my mind really wanders. If I need to focus, I have to keep the pen away from the paper.
I wish I could listen while doodling. I get lost in the doodle and my mind really wanders. If I need to focus, I have to keep the pen away from the paper.
oh yes, i doodle all over my note book and on agendas – i concentrate better. I do swirls, flowers, faces, just eyes and henna type designs. I did a journal page about it last year
http://planetchoka.blogspot.co.uk/2012/04/doodles-burst-out.html
oh yes, i doodle all over my note book and on agendas – i concentrate better. I do swirls, flowers, faces, just eyes and henna type designs. I did a journal page about it last year
http://planetchoka.blogspot.co.uk/2012/04/doodles-burst-out.html
oh yes, i doodle all over my note book and on agendas – i concentrate better. I do swirls, flowers, faces, just eyes and henna type designs. I did a journal page about it last year
http://planetchoka.blogspot.co.uk/2012/04/doodles-burst-out.html
oh yes, i doodle all over my note book and on agendas – i concentrate better. I do swirls, flowers, faces, just eyes and henna type designs. I did a journal page about it last year
http://planetchoka.blogspot.co.uk/2012/04/doodles-burst-out.html
oh yes, i doodle all over my note book and on agendas – i concentrate better. I do swirls, flowers, faces, just eyes and henna type designs. I did a journal page about it last year
http://planetchoka.blogspot.co.uk/2012/04/doodles-burst-out.html
Look for the book Praying In Color by Sybl MacBeth. Learn to doodle yor prayers. It is a great technique.
Look for the book Praying In Color by Sybl MacBeth. Learn to doodle yor prayers. It is a great technique.
Look for the book Praying In Color by Sybl MacBeth. Learn to doodle yor prayers. It is a great technique.
Look for the book Praying In Color by Sybl MacBeth. Learn to doodle yor prayers. It is a great technique.
Look for the book Praying In Color by Sybl MacBeth. Learn to doodle yor prayers. It is a great technique.
I now use doodling to help me focus on prayers. It is a technique taught by Sybl MacBeth in her book Praying In Color. It helps me pray for someone without words, or with them. Sometimes with color, sometimes without. It is soooo much better than going thru a wish list and really helps when you don’t know how to specifically pray for someone’s needs. Doodling, a wonderful tool.
I now use doodling to help me focus on prayers. It is a technique taught by Sybl MacBeth in her book Praying In Color. It helps me pray for someone without words, or with them. Sometimes with color, sometimes without. It is soooo much better than going thru a wish list and really helps when you don’t know how to specifically pray for someone’s needs. Doodling, a wonderful tool.
I now use doodling to help me focus on prayers. It is a technique taught by Sybl MacBeth in her book Praying In Color. It helps me pray for someone without words, or with them. Sometimes with color, sometimes without. It is soooo much better than going thru a wish list and really helps when you don’t know how to specifically pray for someone’s needs. Doodling, a wonderful tool.
I now use doodling to help me focus on prayers. It is a technique taught by Sybl MacBeth in her book Praying In Color. It helps me pray for someone without words, or with them. Sometimes with color, sometimes without. It is soooo much better than going thru a wish list and really helps when you don’t know how to specifically pray for someone’s needs. Doodling, a wonderful tool.
I now use doodling to help me focus on prayers. It is a technique taught by Sybl MacBeth in her book Praying In Color. It helps me pray for someone without words, or with them. Sometimes with color, sometimes without. It is soooo much better than going thru a wish list and really helps when you don’t know how to specifically pray for someone’s needs. Doodling, a wonderful tool.
You should watch Sunni Brown’s very good Ted Talk ( http://www.ted.com/talks/sunni_brown.html) on this very issue. There is research to support your experience as a learner!
You should watch Sunni Brown’s very good Ted Talk ( http://www.ted.com/talks/sunni_brown.html) on this very issue. There is research to support your experience as a learner!
You should watch Sunni Brown’s very good Ted Talk ( http://www.ted.com/talks/sunni_brown.html) on this very issue. There is research to support your experience as a learner!
You should watch Sunni Brown’s very good Ted Talk ( http://www.ted.com/talks/sunni_brown.html) on this very issue. There is research to support your experience as a learner!
You should watch Sunni Brown’s very good Ted Talk ( http://www.ted.com/talks/sunni_brown.html) on this very issue. There is research to support your experience as a learner!
Me too! My theory is that doodling keeps the part of my brain that is easily distracted, distracted from getting distracted so I can pay attention. Whew. That was a bit confusing.
Me too! My theory is that doodling keeps the part of my brain that is easily distracted, distracted from getting distracted so I can pay attention. Whew. That was a bit confusing.
Me too! My theory is that doodling keeps the part of my brain that is easily distracted, distracted from getting distracted so I can pay attention. Whew. That was a bit confusing.
Me too! My theory is that doodling keeps the part of my brain that is easily distracted, distracted from getting distracted so I can pay attention. Whew. That was a bit confusing.
Me too! My theory is that doodling keeps the part of my brain that is easily distracted, distracted from getting distracted so I can pay attention. Whew. That was a bit confusing.
If I don’t doodle , I fall asleep. :^) patsy
If I don’t doodle , I fall asleep. :^) patsy
If I don’t doodle , I fall asleep. :^) patsy
If I don’t doodle , I fall asleep. :^) patsy
If I don’t doodle , I fall asleep. :^) patsy
Yes! I started doodling during church – I carry a Moleskine and do zentangle and doodles and I pay so much more attention now… changed my whole Sunday 🙂
Yes! I started doodling during church – I carry a Moleskine and do zentangle and doodles and I pay so much more attention now… changed my whole Sunday 🙂
Yes! I started doodling during church – I carry a Moleskine and do zentangle and doodles and I pay so much more attention now… changed my whole Sunday 🙂
Yes! I started doodling during church – I carry a Moleskine and do zentangle and doodles and I pay so much more attention now… changed my whole Sunday 🙂
Yes! I started doodling during church – I carry a Moleskine and do zentangle and doodles and I pay so much more attention now… changed my whole Sunday 🙂