## Metadata: - Source: Martin Adams - Reference: [YouTube Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0CNzr9Q3ME&ab_channel=MartinAdams) - Tags: #obsidian #research #zettelkasten ## Summary: This note explores the concept of atomic notes and the importance of linking them in the Zettelkasten method. Atomic notes are building blocks of information that are broken down into smaller, more manageable pieces. Carefully considered links that have meaning to the note-taker are more valuable than scattergun linking. ## Main Content: - Atomic notes are building blocks of information that are broken down into smaller, more manageable pieces. - These notes should be written in your own words and should be specific to the context of the source material. - When creating atomic notes, it's important to consider your overall objective and how the note fits into that objective. - Links should be added when they add to your understanding, when concepts are strongly related, or when you want to pose an idea or question. - However, links should not be added to every keyword or concept, and automated link generation should be avoided. - Carefully considered links that have meaning to you are more valuable than scattergun linking. ## Links - [[Personal Knowledge Management MOC]] — applies-in — atomicity + meaningful linking is the core PKM practice this whole vault runs on - [[Building a Second Brain and the Zettelkasten Method]] — extends — the method these atomic-note principles operationalize - [[Methods for Organizing Notes in Obsidian]] — extends — practical organization companion