How To Mind Map
1. Take a blank piece of paper, A4 or larger
2. Use the paper in landscape orientation
3. Start in the centre
4. Make a central image that represents the topic about which you are writing/thinking
5. The main themes (Basic Ordering Ideas) around the central image are like the chapter headings of a book
6. Start to add a second level of thought which are linked to the main branch that triggered them
7. Add third, fourth, … levels of data as thoughts come to you
8. Add emphasis to important points on the map
9. Outline whole branches of the map as you see fit
10. Make your maps a little more beautiful, artistic, colourful, or imaginative
11. Be humorous and have some fun!