[sushicalculus]

Hi Jacob. Paul Graham's comments are only accurate if you apply reflective practices and gain the learning. There might be some learnings, but they are inconsistent, weak and and easily lost. If you only have one conversation a day, then you'll probably think about it later that day. Taking notes allows you to reflect on it later, especially if you have a busy schedule. Jarvis talks about this, but you'll see reflection being promoted as a necessity in many learning theories

https://books.google.com/books/about/The_Theory_Practice_of_...

[jacobobryant]

I think we're in agreement, assuming your premises are:

1. Reflection is necessary

2. In some cases, note-taking can aid reflection (such that marginal benefit > marginal cost)

I'd agree even if you change "some" to "most"--just not "all." I don't think you're arguing that, but I've seen people assert it.