Mind mapping is a technique that is useful for brainstorming, note-taking, study, creativity, and planning. Another use for the technique is spiritual introspection. I find it particularly suited to druidism because of it’s non-linear and “organic” approach to information.

Mind maps start by making a circle with a key word in the center of the page, then linking other key words from that one, creating a webwork of inter-related ideas. This technique is useful in engaging all parts of your brain.

For spiritual reflection, instead of “mundane” subjects as the center element, you can create a mindmap concerning your thoughts and insights into a spiritual topic just as easily. By drawing a mind map of a spiritual topic you are contemplating, you will probably find surprising insights. I recommend working mind mapping into whatever spiritual study rituals you may have.

This site has good information on the how’s and why’s of mind mapping. I tend to believe writing out mind maps on paper is best. Nothing beats the reality and concreteness of pencil or pen to paper. But there is also a great deal of software out there that has advantages, too.