I've been sort of torn between taking notes/not taking notes and just underlining and reviewing the important sections as necessary. On the one hand, notetaking helps me absorb the info a bit better, but I feel like it kind of puts an unnecessary pressure on me to remember the little details rather than to remember the more important overall messages from the author. Do most of you take notes when you read self-help books (e.g., How to Win Friends, or the Slight Edge)? If yes I'll keep at it -- let me know what you guys think.