Overview Flashcards
1
Q
What is a mental model?
A
A lens on how something works(synthesis). Simplify the terrain through a map.
2
Q
How do mental models get created?
A
By people in diff circumstances for diff context
3
Q
What are the limitations of mental models?
A
The cartographer, the terrain, the context. All mental models are flawed
4
Q
What is Einstellung?
A
A fixed mindset blocks us and affects us when we are using the wrong model and we don’t even realize it.
5
Q
How do we know when we are blocked? What to do?
A
Frustration, anger, exhaustion. Disconnect and relax, bring your attention to something else
6
Q
How do mental models help society?
A
They allow the brain to navigate easier, unconscious mode
