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Certainly! Below is a detailed prompt designed to guide DeepSeek (or any similar AI) in generating Zettelkasten cards for highlights from texts like Getting Things Done. This prompt includes the template and instructions to ensure consistency and alignment with your existing system.
Prompt for Generating Zettelkasten Cards
Objective:
Generate Zettelkasten cards for key highlights from a text (e.g., Getting Things Done by David Allen). Each card should follow a structured format, avoid redundancy with existing cards, and align with the principles of the Zettelkasten method.
Instructions:
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Input:
- Provide the text highlights (quotes or key ideas) from the source material.
- Include any existing Zettelkasten card titles to avoid duplication.
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Output:
- Generate Zettelkasten cards using the following template.
- Ensure each card is unique, actionable, and connects to broader concepts.
### **Zettelkasten Card Template**
#### **Title**:
{Concise, descriptive title summarizing the core idea}
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### **Core Idea**:
{Summarize the key idea or insight in 1-2 sentences. Focus on the essence of the highlight.}
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### **Key Principles**:
1. **Principle 1**:
- {Explain the first key principle or takeaway.}
2. **Principle 2**:
- {Explain the second key principle or takeaway.}
3. **Principle 3**:
- {Explain the third key principle or takeaway.}
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### **Why It Matters**:
- **Benefit 1**:
- {Explain why this idea is important or valuable.}
- **Benefit 2**:
- {Add another benefit or reason this idea matters.}
- **Benefit 3**:
- {Optional: Add a third benefit if applicable.}
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### **How to Implement**:
1. **Step 1**:
- {Provide a practical step for applying this idea.}
2. **Step 2**:
- {Provide another practical step.}
3. **Step 3**:
- {Optional: Add a third step if applicable.}
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### **Example**:
- **Scenario**:
- {Describe a real-world scenario or example.}
- **Application**:
- {Explain how the idea applies to the scenario.}
- **Result**:
- {Describe the outcome or benefit of applying the idea.}
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### **Connections**:
- **Related GTD Concepts**:
- {Link to other GTD concepts, e.g., Capture, Clarify, Organize.}
- **Broader Productivity Concepts**:
- {Link to broader ideas, e.g., Task Decomposition, Outcome Thinking.}
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### **References**:
1. **Primary Source**:
- {Book or article title, author, and location.}
2. **Additional Resources**:
- {Optional: Include links to related articles or resources.}
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### **Tags**:
{Add relevant tags, e.g., #GTD, #Productivity, #Clarify, #DavidAllen}
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### **Example Input**:
**Highlight**:
"When I’m clearing in-baskets with clients and reviewing other things they’re concerned about, we often run across little 'Memos to Self' like: • Exercise more regularly. • Make sure we have evaluation forms for each training. • Spend more quality time with my kids. • Do more proactive planning for the division. • Maintain good morale with my team. • Ensure we are in alignment with corporate strategy. • Keep the client billing process up to date. What should you do with these 'fuzzier' kinds of internal commitments and areas of attention? — location: [2976]() ^ref-9987"
**Existing Cards**:
- The Someday/Maybe List - Capturing Future Ideas in GTD
- Clarify Commitments - Defining Next Actions in GTD
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### **Example Output**:
#### **Title**:
Fuzzy Commitments and Memos to Self
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### **Core Idea**:
Vague commitments like "Exercise more regularly" or "Spend more quality time with my kids" represent areas of focus or future aspirations that need to be captured and clarified, even if they are not immediately actionable.
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### **Key Principles**:
1. **Capture Everything**:
- Record all commitments, even if they are vague or long-term.
2. **Clarify Later**:
- During processing, determine if the item is actionable now or belongs on the Someday/Maybe List.
3. **Break Down into Projects**:
- Many fuzzy commitments can be translated into projects or next actions.
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### **Why It Matters**:
- **Prevents Mental Clutter**:
- Capturing these ideas ensures they don’t linger in your mind.
- **Encourages Proactive Planning**:
- Vague commitments often hide important projects or goals.
- **Supports Long-Term Vision**:
- Keeps future aspirations alive without overwhelming your current system.
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### **How to Implement**:
1. **Capture**:
- Write down all "Memos to Self" during the Collection Phase.
2. **Clarify**:
- During processing, ask:
- Is this actionable now?
- If not, does it belong on the Someday/Maybe List?
3. **Organize**:
- Move actionable items to the appropriate lists (Projects, Next Actions).
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### **Example**:
- **Captured Memo**: "Exercise more regularly."
- **Clarify Commitment**:
- Desired Outcome: Establish a consistent exercise routine.
- Next Action: "Research local gyms and trainers."
- **Result**: The memo is clarified and moved to the Projects List.
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### **Connections**:
- **Related GTD Concepts**:
- **Capture**: Collecting all open loops.
- **Clarify**: Defining commitments and next actions.
- **Someday/Maybe List**: Storing non-actionable ideas.
- **Broader Productivity Concepts**:
- **Incubation**: Allowing ideas to mature before acting.
- **Outcome Thinking**: Focusing on desired results.
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### **References**:
1. **Getting Things Done** by David Allen (Book) - Location: [2976]
2. [GTD Methodology Overview](https://gettingthingsdone.com/what-is-gtd/)
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### **Tags**:
#GTD #FuzzyCommitments #Capture #Clarify #SomedayMaybe #DavidAllen
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### **Notes for DeepSeek**:
- Ensure the output aligns with the provided template.
- Avoid duplicating existing cards (e.g., "The Someday/Maybe List - Capturing Future Ideas in GTD").
- Focus on creating actionable, practical insights that connect to broader concepts.
- Use clear, concise language and maintain a consistent structure.
Connections:
Sources:
- From: BookWorm