On this page, I’ll describe the folder structure in detail, level by level. This way you’ll get to know the organization system and will see more clearly how everything is linked.

The goal of this page is NOT to explain the HOW or the WHY, but only to discuss the WHAT. Check the rest of the guide to find more details about each part. In particular, check out the Theory section.

Top-level

PARA method folder structure

At the highest level, the Obsidian Starter Kit uses a folder structure based on the PARA method of Tiago Forte, the creator of the “Build a Second Brain” course:

• Projects: A place to describe your current projects and link to related notes
• Areas: The different areas you focus on in your personal and/or professional life
• Resources: Where you can store anything other than notes (e.g., screenshots, PDF files, templates, scripts, ...)
• Archives: past projects and legacy content (i.e., outdated information)

Check out the dedicated page for more details.

Journal folder

In addition to the folders corresponding to the PARA method, there is also a Journal folder. This folder is dedicated to the time-bound notes: the daily journal and periodic reviews.

WARNING: If you rename this folder, you’ll need to adapt the configuration of the Periodic Notes plugin

Resources folder

The “Resources” folder is where you can store attachments, Excalidraw drawings, scripts, templates, Canvas drawings, etc.

WARNING: DO NOT rename this folder or its sub-folders. Otherwise, you will break the templating system used for journaling and periodic reviews. You will also break the configuration under Settings > Files & Links (e.g., for folder exclusions and attachments)

Meta folder

The Meta folder is dedicated to life management. It’s where you can keep track of things such as:

• Your personal goals