can you explain what exactly you mean by "mensch" or which character traits are being associated with it?
as a non-native english speaker i have never seen it used and just know it as the german word for "human"
I made the observation that hand-writing extremely helps me to solve problems (especially programming and math related).
In some way it removes mental barriers / distractions I have when using digital tools (how do i want to organise this? can i link something here?).
I can just dump every thought on paper and work way more creatively.
In most cases the notes are dumped in the bin afterwards (one couln't uderstand them when reading them without context).
In meetings I also really enjoy to outline some points / a little agenda for myself. This way i don't forget to address "my" topics or can wait for a better moment.
In a way pen and paper are a tool for me to organize my thoughts in a more structured way. And it seems to be more socially accepted to take hand-written notes while talking to someone rather than typing away on a notebook.