The Open Notebook

In this special interview episode, Mr. Cheske, a vice principal at Gold Hill Middle School, joins us for an honest conversation about the challenges students face today, advice for teenagers, and his personal experience...

Today, we are throwing that toxic, self-absorbed main character mindset straight out. Instead, we’re talking about what a healthy, genuine main character mindset actually looks like in the real world. We're talking...

Today, I invited my cousin, Hansika, onto the show. She is currently an Industrial Engineering student at Georgia Tech, and I wanted to get her real, unfiltered perspective on what it's like to transition out of high...

We’ve all been there: stepping into a new room and instantly shifting our colors to match the crowd. But constantly playing the social chameleon isn't just exhausting—it's erasing the very things that make you you. In...

Ever stared at a completely empty document with a massive idea in your head, wondering how to actually bridge the gap between inspiration and reality? In this episode of The Open Notebook, I am pulling back the curtain...

We look at social media and see people acting like prepping for school is just about buying aesthetic highlighters and having a flawless morning routine on day one. But real preparation isn’t a curated video—it’s about...

In this episode, we are throwing out the overwhelming routines and focusing on the actual physics of small habits. We break down four tiny, effortless pivots—taking less than a few minutes a day—that protect your focus...

In this episode, we break down how to stop waiting for the "perfect moment" to feel inspired and how to start manufacturing your own momentum. We explore low-friction tricks to trick your brain into taking the first...

<p>In this episode, we explore how the way we dress can act as a tool for confidence, a form of visual storytelling, and a canvas for our creative identities. We’re breaking down how to build an everyday style that...

<p>From school hallways to summer text threads, navigating friendships can feel like a full-time job. This week, we are diving into the reality of social dynamics—how to spot when a connection is draining your energy...

<p>Stop waiting for a spark of inspiration that cancels on you the second you get tired. In this episode of the Open Notebook, we break down three internal tricks to bypass summer laziness, beat the over-planning trap...

<p>Ever look at your phone screen and realize you've spent three hours scrolling while your summer days just blur together? Yeah, most people have.</p><p><br /></p><p>In our very first episode of the Open Notebook, host...

<p>Ever wish all your interests could fit into one podcast? In this first episode, the Open Notebook's host, Ishana, introduces herself, explains the idea behind the Open Notebook, and shares what you can expect from...