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Ever found yourself frantically flipping through disorganized notes minutes before an exam, desperately searching for that one crucial formula? You're not alone. The chaos of scattered information is a universal student experience – but it doesn't have to be.
The physical act of writing by hand engages your brain in ways typing simply cannot. It's slower and more deliberate, forcing you to synthesize and rephrase rather than transcribe verbatim. This deeper processing creates stronger neural pathways, resulting in better retention and understanding. When we pair this natural cognitive advantage with thoughtfully designed tools like the Lestallion Journal, the impact on learning can be profound.
Quality matters in unexpected ways. The Lestallion's 120 GSM thick paper prevents frustrating ink bleed-through, allowing you to use both sides of each page with any pen you prefer. Numbered pages transform random notes into a searchable resource, especially when paired with an index. The soft cover balances durability with portability, while the lie-flat binding eliminates the constant struggle to keep your notebook open. Even the ivory-colored pages serve a purpose – reducing eye strain during those marathon study sessions.
We share the story of Sarah, a returning student who transformed her academic experience by adopting a structured journaling approach. Her journey from overwhelming chaos to confident organization illustrates how these seemingly minor design features can significantly reduce stress while improving performance. The journal became more than a notebook – it became a map to her own thinking.
Your notes should work for you, not against you. Whether you're capturing lecture material, working through complex problems, or synthesizing research, a quality journal provides the foundation for more effective learning. The question isn't whether you can afford a good journal – it's whether you can afford the time wasted searching through disorganized notes or rewriting smudged pages. How might your learning transform if you gave your ideas the home they deserve?
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Episode Transcript
Welcome back to the Deep Dive.
Today we're jumping intosomething I know a lot of us
grapple with Really gettingstudies organized, absorbing
information effectively, but,you know, without feeling
totally overwhelmed.
Speaker 2 (00:12):
That feeling of drowning in notes and deadlines
it's common.
Speaker 1 (00:16):
It is, and you've told us you want efficient,
thorough ways to learn.
We've looked at different toolsand one that keeps popping up
is the Lestallion Journal.
We know the brand, the quality.
Speaker 2 (00:26):
Right.
They put a lot of thought intothe design.
Speaker 1 (00:28):
Exactly so.
Today we're going to explorewhy its specific features are
well such game changers forstudying and focus.
Speaker 2 (00:36):
Yeah, what makes this kind of structured journal work
?
Speaker 1 (00:39):
Our mission, then, is to see how using a journal like
this, with these particularfeatures L Lestallion offers,
can genuinely shift your studyhabits, maybe even your grades.
Speaker 2 (00:49):
It's more than just a notebook.
It's about how the designitself interacts with how we
learn, how it helps us processthings.
Hang on to them, make studytime count.
Speaker 1 (00:59):
Oh, I still have nightmares about my undergrad
notes.
Seriously Different subjectsall mashed together in whatever
notebook I grabbed first.
Speaker 2 (01:05):
Been there, total chaos.
Speaker 1 (01:07):
I remember frantically looking for this one
physics formula right before anexam.
Yeah, found it eventually,scribbled in the back of my
creative writing notebook.
Speaker 2 (01:16):
Oh no, classic If.
Speaker 1 (01:18):
I just had one dedicated place, you know
something structured like alistallion.
I swear that pre-exam panicwouldn't have happened.
Okay, so first things first.
Why bother with a dedicated?
Speaker 2 (01:31):
study journal at all.
Isn't any notebook fine?
Well, dedicating one journal,it creates a kind of mental
boundary a specific zone justfor learning, and it's way more
than just a container okay theactual physical act of writing
by hand.
It engages your braindifferently than typing.
It's slower, more deliberate.
Speaker 1 (01:48):
Right, you have to think about what you're putting
down.
Speaker 2 (01:50):
Exactly.
You're forced to summarize, torephrase.
That leads to deeper processing, better memory retention.
Speaker 1 (01:55):
That makes total sense.
It's active, not just passivetranscription.
Speaker 2 (01:58):
Precisely and beyond just engaging the brain more.
Having that one central placedeclutters your mind all your
notes, questions, ideas for onesubject or all subjects right
there.
It reduces that mental noise,lets you focus better during
actual study time less searching, less worrying about where
things are and there's apsychological boost too, seeing
(02:19):
the pages fill up over time.
It's tangible proof of youreffort.
Quite motivating actually, yeahactually.
Speaker 1 (02:25):
Yeah, I get that that sense of progress is powerful.
Okay, so let's get specificLestallion journals.
They talk about that thick 120GSM paper.
Sounds fancy, but why does itmatter for studying?
Speaker 2 (02:36):
Well, it directly tackles a really common
frustration Ink bleed through.
Speaker 1 (02:41):
That's the worst.
Speaker 2 (02:41):
Right, especially, if you like, using fountain pens
markers, even some gel pens Onthinner paper.
The ink ghosts or bleeds rightthrough, making the other side
messy or just unusable.
Speaker 1 (02:53):
Totally ruins your notes.
I remember my sister had thisset of gorgeous colored pens.
Speaker 2 (02:57):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:58):
Completely useless in most notebooks because they
just bled everywhere.
Speaker 2 (03:01):
See Lestallion's thicker paper pretty much
eliminates that problem.
Your notes stay clean, legiblefront and back.
Speaker 1 (03:07):
So you're not limited in what pen you use.
That's actually a big deal.
Speaker 2 (03:10):
Yeah, it really is.
It gives you freedom.
Okay, another feature numberedpages Seems basic right, but how
does that help studying?
Speaker 1 (03:20):
Yeah, page numbers Simple enough.
Speaker 2 (03:23):
But think about finding something specific you
wrote down weeks ago, withoutnumbers.
It's a nightmare, a frustratinghunt through pages.
Speaker 1 (03:30):
True Wastes so much time.
Speaker 2 (03:32):
Numbered pages.
Let you map things out.
You can easily refer back.
See page 37 for the diagram.
You can cross-reference topics.
You can build a proper index atthe front.
Speaker 1 (03:41):
Ah, okay, so it turns the journal into a searchable
resource.
Speaker 2 (03:45):
Exactly.
Your notes start working foryou during revision, not against
you.
Speaker 1 (03:48):
That's a key shift.
Okay, what about the cover?
Listallion often uses a softcover.
Some people might thinkhardcover is better, tougher.
What's the advantage ofsoftcover for students?
Speaker 2 (03:58):
Yeah, it's a balance, isn't it?
Hardcovers are tough, sure, butsoftcovers like Lustallians,
they offer flexibility andportability.
Speaker 1 (04:05):
Lighter maybe.
Speaker 2 (04:06):
Generally, yeah, Easier to stuff into a bag
that's already full of textbooksand they often lie flatter more
easily which is great on asmall desk or those tiny lecture
hall fold-down tables.
Speaker 1 (04:16):
Good point.
Practicality matters whenyou're lugging stuff around
campus.
Okay, ruling options.
I know they offer dashed linessometimes.
How's that different fromregular lines or dots or blank
pages for studying?
Speaker 2 (04:29):
Dashed lines are interesting.
They're kind of a middle ground.
They give you enough structureto keep your writing neat.
Speaker 1 (04:34):
Which helps when you look back later.
Speaker 2 (04:36):
Definitely, but they're less visually loud than
solid lines.
But they're less visually loudthan solid lines, so you feel
freer to sketch a quick diagramor do a mind map without the
lines getting in the way.
Speaker 1 (04:48):
Right Less restrictive.
Speaker 2 (04:49):
Yeah, whereas you know, dot grid is fantastic for
very visual learners, lots ofgraphs or bullet journaling
layouts.
Blank is total freedom.
Maybe better for pure sketching.
Dashed gives structure andflexibility.
Depends on your style andsubject.
Speaker 1 (05:04):
Tailoring the tool again Makes sense.
Now, something that works withthe numbered pages, a built-in
table of contents or index pages.
How does that upgrade thejournal?
Speaker 2 (05:15):
Oh, this is where the organization really clicks.
You've got the numbered pagesas addresses.
The index is your directory.
As you cover topics, key ideas,finish assignments, you log
them in the index with the pagenumber.
Chapter 5, summary, page 42,photosynthesis diagram, page 58.
Speaker 1 (05:31):
I see so finding things later becomes super fast.
Speaker 2 (05:33):
Instantly.
It saves massive amounts oftime during revision or when you
need to connect old info to newstuff.
No more desperate flipping.
Speaker 1 (05:41):
Sounds like the antidote to my physics exam
nightmare.
Speaker 2 (05:43):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (05:44):
And the back pocket seems minor, but is it actually
useful?
Speaker 2 (05:48):
You'd be surprised.
Those little thoughtful thingsoften make a real difference day
to day.
Why that pocket?
Perfect for stashing loosethings.
Handouts from class, maybe someflashcards?
You're working on Importantslips of paper.
Keeps them with your notes notlost in the bottom of your bag.
Okay, yeah, better than jammingthem between pages, where they
(06:08):
fall out Exactly and the paperitself often described as
wood-free, ivory colored.
Any study benefits there.
Speaker 1 (06:12):
Ivory versus bright white.
Speaker 2 (06:13):
Yeah, the ivory tone is generally easier on the eyes,
less glare than stark.
White, especially if you'restudying for hours, can reduce
eye strain.
Speaker 1 (06:21):
That's a subtle but important point for long
sessions.
Speaker 2 (06:25):
And wood-free paper usually means a smoother surface
feels nicer to write on.
Plus, it can help ink absorbbetter, reducing feathering or
even some smudging.
Just a cleaner experience.
Speaker 1 (06:35):
Anything to make long study hours less painful is
good.
And finally, the binding theymention lies flat.
Why is that a win?
Speaker 2 (06:42):
Oh, it's huge for usability.
You know how some notebooksconstantly try to spring shut.
Speaker 1 (06:47):
Infuriating, especially when you need both
hands free.
Speaker 2 (06:54):
Right.
A lie-flat binding means itstays open on the desk or your
lap, wherever you don't have towrestle.
It Makes writing much smoother,faster, especially if you're
trying to keep up in a lectureor comparing notes to a textbook
.
Speaker 1 (07:01):
Okay.
So putting it all together,we've seen how each feature
tackles a specific study issue.
The thick paper stops bleedthrough the numbered pages and
index fight disorganization.
Speaker 2 (07:12):
Right, they provide that structure.
Speaker 1 (07:14):
Does the paper quality also help with things
like smudging Messy notes?
Speaker 2 (07:19):
It can.
Yeah yeah, good quality paperabsorbs ink more evenly, so,
especially with wetter inks thattake a moment to dry, you're
less likely to smudge itaccidentally.
Helps keep things legible.
Speaker 1 (07:31):
Okay, now stories really bring this home.
I was talking to my friendSarah.
She went back to uni afteryears away juggling work, kids,
totally overwhelmed.
Speaker 2 (07:41):
That's tough.
The overwhelm is real,especially for returning
students.
Speaker 1 (07:45):
Her notes were everywhere Scraps of paper,
random files.
She felt like she was alwaysbehind, couldn't find anything.
Speaker 2 (07:51):
A classic symptom of needing a system.
Speaker 1 (07:53):
Exactly.
Then a classmate suggested aLascallion.
She picked one with numberedpages, dashed lines like the
structure, but not too rigid.
Okay, and she started usingthat table of contents like
crazy.
She said it was like finallyhaving a map to her own brain.
She knew exactly whereeverything was.
Speaker 2 (08:10):
Ah, that sense of control.
Speaker 1 (08:11):
Yes, and she loved the thick paper because she uses
colorful gel pens and hated thebleed-through in her old cheap
notebooks.
She told me straight up gettingorganized in that one journal
didn't just help her grades, itmassively cut down her stress.
Speaker 2 (08:26):
That's it.
It's not just about grades,it's about confidence, reducing
that friction in the learningprocess.
Sarah's story really highlightshow these design details aren't
just fluff.
They solve real problems.
Speaker 1 (08:37):
Absolutely so.
If someone's listening now,feeling like Sarah did and
thinking maybe a structuredjournal like this could help,
what are some tips to actuallyuse it well?
Speaker 2 (08:46):
Okay, good question.
First, be intentional.
Don't just buy it and hope,decide how you'll use it.
Lecture notes problem setsreading reflections.
That purpose guides the setup.
Speaker 1 (08:58):
Got it.
Have a plan.
Speaker 2 (08:59):
Second, use the features.
If it's a listalian, use thosenumbers from day one.
Keep that index updatedreligiously.
Choose the ruling that fitsyour main task dash, dot, grid,
whatever.
Speaker 1 (09:11):
Don't just ignore the built-in tools.
Speaker 2 (09:13):
Right and don't be afraid to experiment inside.
Try bullet journal methods fortask tracking.
Use color coding, maybededicate sections for summaries
or brainstorming.
Speaker 1 (09:22):
Make it your own system.
Speaker 2 (09:23):
Exactly those numbered pages make it easy to
link related ideas acrosssections and, crucially, review
regularly, flip back through,use your index to find things.
Don't just let it become anarchive.
Okay, great tips.
So just to recap the listalianadvantage for studying.
What are the key takeaways?
It's that package deal, reallythe soft cover for portability
(09:45):
but still durable.
That handy back pocket Loads ofpages so it lasts.
Speaker 1 (09:49):
Enough space for a whole semester probably.
Speaker 2 (09:52):
Easily, plus the choice of rulings for different
needs and that critical lie-flatbinding for comfortable use
anywhere.
It just hits a lot of thepractical points students need
wrapped in a decent lookingpackage.
Speaker 1 (10:03):
Sounds like they really thought about the student
experience.
Now we've talked a lot aboutnotes and organization, but can
this kind of journal be morelike a space for creativity
within studying?
Speaker 2 (10:14):
Oh, absolutely.
It shouldn't just be a dumpingground for facts.
Think of it as a processingspace.
Speaker 1 (10:18):
How so.
Speaker 2 (10:19):
You can sketch diagrams, visualize things, flow
charts, mind maps, especiallyeasy on dot grid paper.
Use color to connect ideas,make things memorable.
Speaker 1 (10:28):
Engage visually, not just textually.
Speaker 2 (10:30):
Exactly, and because the paper quality is good, like
in the Lestallion, you can usethose different pens,
highlighters, maybe lightmarkers, without making a mess.
Speaker 1 (10:38):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (10:38):
I used to sketch timelines, little cartoons, even
for my history courses.
Translating info visuallyreally helped it stick.
Speaker 1 (10:44):
That's a great point.
Making the learning active andmultisensory Okay.
So while we focus on study,these principles apply elsewhere
too.
Right?
Quality journals aren't justfor academics?
Speaker 2 (10:54):
Not at all.
The benefits organizationreflection, capturing ideas.
They translate perfectly topersonal growth, wellness,
tracking, creative writing,project planning, goal setting.
You name it.
A journal, like a Lestallion,with its mix of practical
features and nice feel, can be agreat tool for all sorts of
things.
The page count, the durabilityit supports long-term use,
(11:18):
whatever you're tracking orcreating.
Speaker 1 (11:19):
Right.
So, wrapping this up, we'veseen how being deliberate about
journaling for study, especiallyusing a journal with helpful
features like Listallion's, canseriously improve how
effectively you learn, howorganized you feel, even how
creative you are with thematerial.
Speaker 2 (11:34):
It really can make a difference.
Speaker 1 (11:35):
And for you, listening, aiming to learn
efficiently, thoroughly, withoutthat drowning feeling, a good
study journal is a powerful ally.
Speaker 2 (11:42):
It really comes down to that intentionality.
And let me just think aboutthis how could deliberately
using a dedicated journal changeyour focus, your understanding?
What's one small tweak youcould make today in how you take
notes, how you organize them?
That might unlock somethingbigger in your learning?
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