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Humanity reflected by AI like a refection in a mirror. Image was generated by AI

The Sentient Machine: Key Takeaways on AI, Humanity, and Our Future

Artificial Intelligence, Books / Sean Barnes / Artificial Intelligence / 09/06/2025

Demystifying AI for beginners: Explore the key takeaways from Amir Husain’s ‘The Sentient Machine’ and understand AI’s potential benefits and risks.

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Screenshot of a blog post I was writing in Obsidian

Using Obsidian for my writing

Application-tip / Sean Barnes / Obsidian / 02/06/2025

Imagine writing seamlessly integrated with your personal knowledge management system. This post explores how Obsidian bridges the gap between note-taking and writing, boosting your productivity

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My experience of using the Sennheiser HD650 headphones

Hardware Review / Sean Barnes / Headphones / 26/05/2025

“In my quest for the perfect sound, I invested in the Sennheiser HD650 headphones. I’ll share my personal journey with these headphones, highlighting both the pros and cons I’ve discovered along the way.”

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Beyond Time Management: Key Productivity Secrets from Chris Bailey’s “The Productivity Project”

Books / Sean Barnes / productivity tools / 19/05/2025

“Feeling overwhelmed? This post distils the best productivity advice from Chris Bailey’s ‘The Productivity Project’. Learn to prioritise energy, attention, and small changes for big results.

Beyond Time Management: Key Productivity Secrets from Chris Bailey’s “The Productivity Project” Read More »

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Understanding Technology: A Deep Dive

Technology discussion / Sean Barnes / 12/05/2025

Does technology evolve, or is it a symbiotic dance between humans and innovation? Dive into the nature of technology, from ancient tools to exponential growth, and explore its impact on our culture and future.

Understanding Technology: A Deep Dive Read More »

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From Information Overload to Knowledge Powerhouse: Building Your Personal Knowledge Management Stack

Personal Knowledge Management / Sean Barnes / Knowledge management, Obsidian, Readwise / 05/05/2025

Stop drowning in digital notes! This post reveals my proven system for capturing, organizing, and synthesizing knowledge using Obsidian, Readwise, and the Zettelkasten method.

From Information Overload to Knowledge Powerhouse: Building Your Personal Knowledge Management Stack Read More »

Part one of a screenshot showing my first conversation with the Obsidian co-pilot plug in.

Refining My Content Schedule with Obsidian Co-pilot: A Case Study

Artificial Intelligence / Sean Barnes / Artificial Intelligence, Obsidian, Obsidian Co-pilot / 28/04/2025

Can AI truly enhance your content creation process? Join me as I delve into a real-world experiment using Obsidian Co-pilot to refine my content schedule. Learn from my successes (and stumbles)!

Refining My Content Schedule with Obsidian Co-pilot: A Case Study Read More »

Knowledge growing in an information irrigation system. Image created by Microsoft Co-pilot

Cultivating your mind: The Digital garden compared with Zettelkasten

Personal Knowledge Management / Sean Barnes / Digital Garden, Zettelkasten / 21/04/2025

Thinking of starting a Personal Knowledge Management system? Learn how the digital garden approach can help you cultivate your mind and manage information effectively. We’ll also compare it to the Zettelkasten.

Cultivating your mind: The Digital garden compared with Zettelkasten Read More »

Humanity reflected by AI like a refection in a mirror. Image was generated by AI

Philosophy place on CTNET: Why Now?

Philosophy / Sean Barnes / Artificial Intelligence / 14/04/2025

In an age dominated by Artificial Intelligence, fundamental questions about humanity resurface. Join us as we explore the vital role of philosophy in understanding our place in the digital world.

Philosophy place on CTNET: Why Now? Read More »

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Unlock Your Productivity: The Power of Capturing Everything in an Inbox

Productivity system / Sean Barnes / Getting things done / 07/04/2025

Combine the power of productivity and knowledge management with a well-structured inbox. This post explores how capturing everything in an inbox can free your mind, organize your thoughts, and improve your overall workflow.

Unlock Your Productivity: The Power of Capturing Everything in an Inbox Read More »

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