Conclusions
Problem solving often seems to wander aimlessly from topic to topic without ever actually coming to grips with the problem at hand. During this wondering, it is easy to pick up lies and misinformation. Ideational trains can distract us and distort reality. We can turn in appropriately to “experts” who promise to steer us in the right direction. Instead, we can engage in a thoughtful process that enables us to enter into “slow thinking.”
By categorizing statements in visible columns according to information, intentions and ideas and by using statements in one domain to bring forth inquiries in other domains, we can become more effective and efficient in our problem solving efforts—even when misinformation and lies seem to be prevalent and are knocking on our door.
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