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  1. jamesclear.com

    This way of thinking, in which you consider the opposite of what you want, is known as inversion. When I first learned of it, I didn't realize how powerful it could be. As I have studied it more, I have begun to realize that inversion is a rare and crucial skill that nearly all great thinkers use to their advantage. 2
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  3. fasterthannormal.co

    Inversion is a decision-making skill. It involves thinking of how you might achieve the opposite of your goal or optimal outcome so you can avoid it. It's simple, yet under-practiced. Inversion goes against what we've been taught. As children, we're taught to engage in wishful thinking.
  4. psychologytoday.com

    Jul 27, 2023I read an interesting article recently by James Clear, "Inversion: The Crucial Thinking Skill Nobody Ever Taught You." In this context, inversion simply implies considering the opposite of your ...
  5. deepstash.com

    Inversion is an essential skill for leading a logical and rational life. It allows you to step outside your normal patterns of thought and see situations from a different angle. Whatever problem you are facing, always consider the opposite side of things.
  6. deepstash.com

    It is a mental model, a way of thinking backward about what you don't want to happen. It is about taking an idea upside down and thinking about what could go wrong. Inversion is a powerful thinking tool because it puts a spotlight on errors and roadblocks that are not obvious at first glance.
  7. The best articles from James Clear and from around the web on Mental Models, Metacognition similar to 'Inversion: The Crucial Thinking Skill Nobody…'. Log in. Inversion: The Crucial Thinking Skill Nobody Ever Taught You. James Clear. 8 min. From 2017. One of the best ways to solve problems in life is to use the mental model of inversion. Read ...
  8. rtomedium.com

    This way of thinking, in which you consider the opposite of what you want, is known as inversion. When I first learned of it, I didn't realize how powerful it could be. As I have studied it more, I have begun to realize that inversion is a rare and crucial skill that nearly all great thinkers use to their advantage.
  9. mayooshin.com

    Instead of focusing on what you want to happen, you can use the inversion technique to think about what you don't want to happen and plan to avoid this. Inversion is a powerful thinking skill that could help you to solve difficult problems easier and make better decisions in a unique, well-balanced and less risky way. Takeaway:
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