Sooyoung yang
Task 7: Mode-Bending (what's in MY bag)
Macbook Air
This is where I spend most of my time for work and study. I chose this model for its portability. Before this, when my laptop was heavier, I primarily carried an iPad. I used to find reading texts on an iPad more comfortable because the pencil interaction and scrolling felt more like a physical book. However, since getting a lighter laptop, I’ve naturally grown accustomed to reading on a monitor, and I realized I haven’t used my iPad for reading in months. This shift shows how the portability of a technology can change our habits, proving that our modes of engagement with text are often shaped by convenience.
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The Planner-Journal (Bullet journal)
This is my multi-purpose tool for organizing yearly, monthly, and weekly goals. It is an empty dotted notebook because I prefer creating my own structure and adjusting the page length rather than being confined by a pre-printed planner. I was introduced and transitioned to the Bullet Journal method last year and found it is very helpful for productivity. My day starts by checking google calendar for schedules, but I then move to this notebook to create a checklist of tasks and organize my thoughts. This physical notebook is where I “think.” Writing by hand makes my brain and mental state feel clearer. It’s a process of engraving thoughts into my mind and untangling messy ideas, a feeling I hardly get from typing. The ability to sketch or diagram freely is also a big advantage.
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Pens
I am quite particular about how a pen feels, how the ink flows, the thickness of the nib, and whether it smudges. I carry my favourite pens because a ballpoint is better for quick to-do lists, while a fountain pen is ideal for ideation and clearing mental clutter. These pens are the reason I stick to a physical notebook despite having the option to write on a tablet. For me, handwriting is a distinct cognitive process, the tactile vibration of the pen against paper helps declutter my brain.
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Airpods
Must-haves for taking public transit!
A Small Pouch
Containing essentials like hand cream, lip balm, and a mini first-aid kit.
[ETEC540] Task 7: Mode-bending
Soo Young Yang
Created on March 8, 2026
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Sooyoung yang
Task 7: Mode-Bending (what's in MY bag)
Macbook Air
This is where I spend most of my time for work and study. I chose this model for its portability. Before this, when my laptop was heavier, I primarily carried an iPad. I used to find reading texts on an iPad more comfortable because the pencil interaction and scrolling felt more like a physical book. However, since getting a lighter laptop, I’ve naturally grown accustomed to reading on a monitor, and I realized I haven’t used my iPad for reading in months. This shift shows how the portability of a technology can change our habits, proving that our modes of engagement with text are often shaped by convenience.
Back to Bag
The Planner-Journal (Bullet journal)
This is my multi-purpose tool for organizing yearly, monthly, and weekly goals. It is an empty dotted notebook because I prefer creating my own structure and adjusting the page length rather than being confined by a pre-printed planner. I was introduced and transitioned to the Bullet Journal method last year and found it is very helpful for productivity. My day starts by checking google calendar for schedules, but I then move to this notebook to create a checklist of tasks and organize my thoughts. This physical notebook is where I “think.” Writing by hand makes my brain and mental state feel clearer. It’s a process of engraving thoughts into my mind and untangling messy ideas, a feeling I hardly get from typing. The ability to sketch or diagram freely is also a big advantage.
Back to Bag
Pens
I am quite particular about how a pen feels, how the ink flows, the thickness of the nib, and whether it smudges. I carry my favourite pens because a ballpoint is better for quick to-do lists, while a fountain pen is ideal for ideation and clearing mental clutter. These pens are the reason I stick to a physical notebook despite having the option to write on a tablet. For me, handwriting is a distinct cognitive process, the tactile vibration of the pen against paper helps declutter my brain.
Back to Bag
Airpods
Must-haves for taking public transit!
A Small Pouch
Containing essentials like hand cream, lip balm, and a mini first-aid kit.