Learn and Apply Mental Models

Collection of Mental Models with real-life examples

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Bothsidesism: The Balance Act or A Misleading Perspective?
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Cached Thoughts: Unrevisited Beliefs and Ideas from the Past
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Diseases of Affluence: Advancements to Make Our Lives Less Physically Taxing Have Taxed Us Physically
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The Doorman Fallacy: A Lesson in Unseen Consequences
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Kolmogorov Complexity: The Simplicity Behind Complex Choices
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The Underpinnings of Modern Society: A Peek into Rohe's Theorem
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Russell Conjugation: The Power of Word Choices
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Scissor Statement: A Maximally Controversial Statement Designed to Split a Group into Two Sides that Hate Each Other
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Semantic Stop Sign: The Non-Answer That Halts Further Discussion
Hindsight Bias: An In-Depth Exploration
Hindsight Bias: An In-Depth Exploration
Halo Effect: A Comprehensive Understanding
Halo Effect: A Comprehensive Understanding
Theory of the Second Best: A Comprehensive Guide
Theory of the Second Best: A Comprehensive Guide
Illusion of Control: A Deep Dive into a Common Cognitive Bias
Illusion of Control: A Deep Dive into a Common Cognitive Bias
Parkinson's Law: Unraveling the Time-Management Principle
Parkinson's Law: Unraveling the Time-Management Principle
Loss Aversion: A Deep Dive Into the Fear of Losing
Loss Aversion: A Deep Dive Into the Fear of Losing
Self-Serving Bias: An In-Depth Analysis
Self-Serving Bias: An In-Depth Analysis
Negativity Bias: An In-Depth Analysis
Negativity Bias: An In-Depth Analysis
Sunk Costs Fallacy: A Deep Dive into the Economic Mind Trap
Sunk Costs Fallacy: A Deep Dive into the Economic Mind Trap
First Mover Advantage: A Deep Dive
First Mover Advantage: A Deep Dive
Model of Constraints: A Detailed Overview
Model of Constraints: A Detailed Overview
The Growth Mindset: A Roadmap to Continuous Learning and Improvement
The Growth Mindset: A Roadmap to Continuous Learning and Improvement
Pareto Efficiency: A Thorough Exploration
Pareto Efficiency: A Thorough Exploration
The Law of Diminishing Returns: An In-Depth Exploration
The Law of Diminishing Returns: An In-Depth Exploration
False Dichotomy: An In-depth Understanding
False Dichotomy: An In-depth Understanding
Self-Fulfilling Prophecy: A Comprehensive Exploration
Self-Fulfilling Prophecy: A Comprehensive Exploration
The Social Desirability Bias: A Deep Dive
The Social Desirability Bias: A Deep Dive
The False Consensus Effect: An In-Depth Exploration
The False Consensus Effect: An In-Depth Exploration
Tragedy of the Commons: A Detailed Exploration
Tragedy of the Commons: A Detailed Exploration
Mental Accounting: The Cognitive Phenomenon That Shapes Your Spending
Mental Accounting: The Cognitive Phenomenon That Shapes Your Spending
Norm of Reciprocity: An In-Depth Examination
Norm of Reciprocity: An In-Depth Examination
Mere Exposure Effect: A Deep Dive
Mere Exposure Effect: A Deep Dive
The Emotional Bank Account: A Deep Dive into Relationship Investments
The Emotional Bank Account: A Deep Dive into Relationship Investments
Nudge Theory: An In-Depth Guide
Nudge Theory: An In-Depth Guide
The Dunning-Kruger Effect: An In-depth Analysis
The Dunning-Kruger Effect: An In-depth Analysis
Unraveling the Self-Handicapping Model: A Thorough Exploration
Unraveling the Self-Handicapping Model: A Thorough Exploration
Occam's Razor: Cutting Through Complexity
Occam's Razor: Cutting Through Complexity
Duncker's Candle Problem: A Deep Dive into Problem-Solving
Duncker's Candle Problem: A Deep Dive into Problem-Solving
The Principle of Least Effort: A Comprehensive Analysis
The Principle of Least Effort: A Comprehensive Analysis
The Theory of Self-Efficacy: Unraveling the Secret to Confidence and Capability
The Theory of Self-Efficacy: Unraveling the Secret to Confidence and Capability
Unintended Consequences: A Comprehensive Overview
Unintended Consequences: A Comprehensive Overview
Confirmation Bias: Unveiling the Cognitive Blind Spot
Confirmation Bias: Unveiling the Cognitive Blind Spot
The Map Is Not the Territory: A Comprehensive Guide
The Map Is Not the Territory: A Comprehensive Guide
Kaizen: The Philosophy of Continuous Improvement
Kaizen: The Philosophy of Continuous Improvement
Availability Heuristic: A Comprehensive Guide
Availability Heuristic: A Comprehensive Guide
Resilience Model: A Deep Dive into Bouncing Back Stronger
Resilience Model: A Deep Dive into Bouncing Back Stronger
Reframing Technique: A Master Key to Better Decision Making
Reframing Technique: A Master Key to Better Decision Making
Model of Ihsan: A Comprehensive Guide
Model of Ihsan: A Comprehensive Guide
Cognitive Dissonance: An Insightful Exploration
Cognitive Dissonance: An Insightful Exploration
The Pareto Principle: A Deep Dive into the 80/20 Rule
The Pareto Principle: A Deep Dive into the 80/20 Rule
Johari Window Model: A Deep Dive into Self-awareness and Interpersonal Relationships
Johari Window Model: A Deep Dive into Self-awareness and Interpersonal Relationships
The Theory of Inverted U: A Comprehensive Exploration
The Theory of Inverted U: A Comprehensive Exploration
Antifragility: An In-Depth Exploration of the Model
Antifragility: An In-Depth Exploration of the Model
The Rule of Three: Mastering Simplicity in Decision Making
The Rule of Three: Mastering Simplicity in Decision Making
Anchoring Bias: A Deep Dive into Cognitive Biases
Anchoring Bias: A Deep Dive into Cognitive Biases
Pyramid of Importance: An In-depth Exploration
Pyramid of Importance: An In-depth Exploration
Mastering the Tawakkul Model: A Deep Dive into Balanced Dependence
Mastering the Tawakkul Model: A Deep Dive into Balanced Dependence
Action Bias: An In-Depth Exploration
Action Bias: An In-Depth Exploration
The Law of Triviality: A Detailed Guide
The Law of Triviality: A Detailed Guide
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Intuitive Decision Making: Navigating the Unseen Path
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The Art of Decision Making: A Comprehensive Guide to Wise Choices
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Automated Decision-Making: The Future of Smart Choices
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Unpacking the Design Thinking Process: A Real-World Example
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Navigating Choices: A Guide to Decision Making Techniques and Influencing Factors
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Shared Mental Models: A Mind-Link for Team Success
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Swift Decision Making During a Meeting: A Guide to Action
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The Real Culprits: Problems at the Root of Relational Breakups
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Corner Case Analysis: When Variables Touch the Extreme Boundaries