(Working Title) Mindset: "Make It Binary" Flashcards
FIDELITY
= COMPLEX |> slider <| SIMPLE
or
= SIMPLE |> slider <| COMPLEX
The word “fidelity” typically refers to faithfulness, accuracy, or loyalty to a particular standard, model, or expectation. It doesn’t directly describe whether something is simple or complex but instead how true or faithful that thing is to a source or original form.
• High fidelity often means a very detailed, accurate representation (suggesting complexity). • Low fidelity refers to a more basic, simplified version (suggesting simplicity).
So, while “fidelity” itself doesn’t inherently describe simplicity or complexity, it can indicate the level of detail or accuracy, which might correlate with either.
COMPLEX
Many different and connected parts; related group of emotionally significant ideas that are completely or partly repressed; cause of conflict leading to unproductive mindsets and behavior.
SIMPLE
Easily understood or done; presenting no difficulty; plain, basic, or uncomplicated in form, nature, or design.
‘THE OTHER SIDE OF SIMPLE”
If something is believed to be simple with little to no exploration, there is risk of suppressing viable data that will impact predictable outcomes. To successfully implement something simple, an understanding of the connected complexities is required.
How do we know when something is simple? At which point can we say with certainty that something is simple? How do we determine how much detail is required?
Is it possible, for someone to find simplicity in their present moment they have to dwell within complexity without distraction?
RANDOM |> REFINED (I GUESS EVERYTHING COULD BE A DIAL? So a meter gauge measures something, a dial requires action by the user, the first is data, the a decision has to be made to turn the dial and we need to define what those actions are. Are we talking about decision peralysis?) if so, it wouldn’t be sliders when making it binary, it’s flipping a switch from past, present or future mindset
ACTION
RANDOM
Made, done, happening, or chosen without method or conscious decision.
REFINED
To improve; the act of making small changes; to make an idea, theory, or method more subtle and accurate.
CHOICE (NOT A DIAL, NOT A SLIDER)
The act of selecting or making a decision when faced with two or more possibilities.
VISION (DIAL)
Ability to think about or plan the future with imagination and wisdom.
BINARY (SLIDERS)
Two different, often opposing parts.
SIMPLE REFINED BINARY CHOICES
Life | Death
Will my next simple choice lead to life or death?
This combines both the present moment choice with the future moment vision that provide the judgement for the present moment choice. Time, past present, future. Consistently flip from the past defining your present moment choices to a future vision defining your present moment choices.
This put the IMPORTANT and the URGENT into perspective.
Other people do not and will not operate this way but will impact us. What’s the right approach to that?
So the omega future is death, the alpha is in the past, the present is life.
But my faith says my future is heavenly eternal…
So the things of this earth have to be managed separately than the things of heaven, but can’t forget it’s all connected.
So, this earth, or world is from left to right like a timeline or horizontal
Past | Present | Future | Death
But spiritually… it’s a vertical stacking
Heaven
Future
Present (Choosing Life)
Past
EXPERIENCED | NOVICE (NOT THIS WORD, THIS MORE OF A DIAL vs. A SLIDER)
EXPERIENCE
Vision & Active Tasks are bookends and knowledge inbetween (opinion, look up the word)
NOVICE (This isn’t the right word, because each person has experiences, the experiences just aren’t related to the situation to create knowledgable decisions, wisdom or value towards the vision
Havent’ experienced anything (opinion, look up the word)
DEGREES OF EXPERIENCE?
Visuals: Dials
Visuals: Sliders
Life || Death
Refined || Random
Which related words need to be on the left vs. right for these sliders
Achieving goals efficiently involves a combination of planning, prioritization, and consistent effort. Here’s a structured approach:
1. Define Clear Goals: Ensure your goals are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART). 2. Break Down Goals: Divide your main goals into smaller, manageable tasks. 3. Prioritize Tasks: Identify the most critical tasks that will have the greatest impact on achieving your goals. Use the Eisenhower Matrix (urgent vs. important) to prioritize. 4. Create a Plan: Develop a step-by-step plan with deadlines for each task. Use tools like calendars, planners, or project management software. 5. Eliminate Distractions: Identify and minimize distractions that can hinder your progress. 6. Stay Organized: Keep your workspace and resources organized to improve efficiency. 7. Monitor Progress: Regularly review your progress and adjust your plan as needed. 8. Stay Motivated: Keep yourself motivated by celebrating small wins and maintaining a positive mindset. 9. Seek Feedback and Support: Get input from others and seek support if needed to stay on track. 10. Learn and Adapt: Be open to learning from your experiences and adapting your approach if necessary.
What specific goals are you aiming to achieve?
How do you make sense of all the information available (without AI influence)?
Vision. Vision brings judgement to each category, topic, action, decision. It defines the path.
In the age of information as we shift to AI…
… choices are taken away from us because there is too much information to sift through and make a choice. So we learn to ask broader questions to establish a vision then a path and the momentary task based on binary decisions.
Part of the vision has to be to enjoy life! Rewards for accomplishments. Pri critic self care. Room to learn about The people around you and how they impact you. How you keep your commitments to your partner + still make “life” choices each moment.
Radical Candor
Radical Empathy
Radical…
Make your day binary.
Each small choice throughout the day, choose…
- Life
OR - Death
Radical Candor
See notes in Apple Notes
USER INTERFACE & VISUALS: SLIDER or DIAL
What is the difference in function between a dial and a slider?
Dial:
- Although it has a circular motion, the values it controls typically fall within a linear range, much like a slider.
- Examples like tuning a radio, setting a temperature, or adjusting volume may have a defined minimum and maximum value, but the interaction is rotational.
- Dials are often preferred when there is a natural mapping between the physical rotation and the adjustment—such as rotating a knob to increase or decrease a value.
Slider:
- The motion is straight (horizontal or vertical), making the control naturally associated with a linear range of values.
- Examples include adjusting brightness, sound volume, or media playback progress.
- Sliders are more commonly used in graphical interfaces, where the linear path is visually explicit.
Both controls adjust values within a defined range, but the primary difference lies in the user interaction dials involve rotational input, while sliders involve linear input. The circular nature of dials may sometimes map better to controls that feel more natural with rotation, even though the underlying data is linear.
A dial that doesn’t map to a linear range would typically be used for a cyclical or repeating sequence—where the values don’t have a clear start or end, and the user can continue rotating indefinitely.
Examples of Dials with Non-Linear (Cyclical) Ranges:
Days of the Week:
- Rotating through the seven days of the week would be cyclical. After reaching “Sunday,” the dial would continue back to “Monday” in a continuous loop.
Months of the Year:
- A dial could cycle through the 12 months. After “December,” it loops back to “January” without any start or end point.
Time on a 12-Hour Clock:
- A clock dial that cycles through the hours (1 to 12) continuously. After “12,” it loops back to “1,” representing the cyclical nature of time.
Compass Directions:
- A dial representing compass directions (N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, NW) would rotate continuously. After reaching North, it loops around back to North again, as there’s no true endpoint.
Phases of the Moon:
- A dial representing the moon’s phases (new moon, first quarter, full moon, last quarter) would cycle continuously through the lunar phases, looping back to the new moon phase after completing the cycle.
These examples reflect a cyclical sequence, where a dial’s rotation aligns with repeating or continuous events rather than a fixed linear progression with a clear start and stop. The circular nature of a dial makes it particularly suited to representing such non-linear ranges.
While cyclical ranges are a very natural fit for a dial, it’s not the only appropriate use. Dials can still be highly effective for controlling linear ranges as well, depending on the context and design needs.
Cyclical Ranges: As discussed, dials are ideal for cyclical or repeating sequences, where the values loop endlessly (e.g., days of the week, months, compass directions). This is where the circular motion of the dial truly aligns with the nature of the data.
Linear Ranges: Dials are also often used for linear ranges even though the motion is rotational. For example:
- Volume Control: This typically has a clear minimum (mute) and maximum (full volume), yet a dial is often preferred because the rotation feels natural for adjusting levels incrementally.
- Temperature Adjustment: Even though there’s a start (e.g., low temperature) and an end (e.g., high temperature), a dial is still commonly used because it allows for precise control in a compact, intuitive manner.
- Tuning a Radio: This involves scanning through a linear frequency range, but a dial is often used because it offers a smoother and more continuous experience for the user.
When to Use Dials for Linear Ranges:
- Compactness: Dials take up less space compared to sliders, especially when large ranges need to be controlled.
- Precision: Rotational input can provide more granular control over small adjustments.
- Physical or Aesthetic Preference: Dials are often used in hardware (e.g., stereos, stoves, instruments) where the feel of turning a knob may be preferable to sliding.
While dials shine in representing cyclical ranges, they are still widely used for linear ranges where their design offers practical or aesthetic advantages. So, they aren’t limited to cyclical data alone but are certainly most aligned with that use case.
When something you have to go through feels SO HUGE or SO COMPLEX or SO SIGNIFICANT. Then you look back and realize it wasn’t very big at all. Example, the training I did for the old Resource time tracking overlap with IBM time system. The steps seemed HUGE. But there were like 5, maybe. And taking care of Mom’s stuff, realizing what was important and what wasn’t important. I couldn’t do it all in a day or a week or even a month. I kept widdeling it down and simmering to a sauce. Is it all about perspective?
Why does this happen?
When I am approached with an unknown topic or system of processes, it’s overwhelming. Then, after a period of time, it seems simple.
This experience is common and relates to how your brain processes new information. Here’s why it happens:
- Initial Cognitive Overload: When you first encounter something new, your brain is bombarded with unfamiliar concepts, terms, and structures. This can feel overwhelming because your working memory has to manage all this new information simultaneously, which can be mentally taxing.
- Learning Curve: As you spend more time with the topic or system, your brain begins to form connections between the new information and what you already know. This is where learning and comprehension start to take place. Your brain starts to organize the information, making it easier to understand.
- Pattern Recognition: Over time, your brain starts to recognize patterns within the new material. Once patterns are recognized, the brain can predict and process information more efficiently, making the previously overwhelming topic seem simpler.
- Memory Consolidation: Through repetition and exposure, your brain consolidates the new information into long-term memory. Once this happens, you don’t have to work as hard to recall or understand the topic, reducing the sense of overwhelm.
- Increased Familiarity: The more time you spend with the new material, the more familiar it becomes. Familiarity reduces anxiety and makes the material seem easier because you now have a framework to understand it.
This transition from complexity to simplicity is a natural part of the learning process and a sign that your brain is effectively adapting to new challenges.
Can I make this happen faster?
Yes, you can speed up the process of making new topics or systems feel simpler. Here are some strategies:
- Break Down the Information: Start by breaking the new topic into smaller, manageable parts. Focus on understanding one part at a time before moving on to the next. This reduces cognitive overload and makes learning more efficient.
- Active Learning: Engage with the material actively rather than passively. This can include summarizing what you’ve learned, teaching it to someone else, or applying the knowledge in practical scenarios. Active learning helps solidify concepts more quickly.
- Use Analogies and Metaphors: Relate the new information to something you already understand. Analogies and metaphors can help bridge the gap between the unknown and the known, making complex concepts easier to grasp.
- Repetition and Spaced Practice: Revisit the material multiple times over spaced intervals. This technique, known as spaced repetition, helps move information from short-term to long-term memory more effectively.
- Visualize the Information: Create diagrams, mind maps, or charts to visualize relationships between concepts. Visual aids can make abstract or complex ideas more concrete and easier to understand.
- Ask Questions: Don’t hesitate to ask questions, whether to yourself or others. Clarifying doubts early can prevent confusion later and speed up your comprehension.
- Chunking: Group related information together into “chunks.” The brain can process chunks more easily than isolated pieces of information, which helps reduce the sense of overwhelm.
- Practice Regularly: Regular practice reinforces learning. The more you work with new material, the quicker it will feel familiar.
- Mindful Focus: Practice mindfulness techniques to stay focused and present while learning. Reducing distractions and increasing your focus can significantly improve the speed at which you understand new material.
- Use Multiple Sources: Learn from different sources (e.g., books, videos, articles) to get varied perspectives. Different explanations can help reinforce your understanding and reveal new insights.
By combining these strategies, you can accelerate the process of making the unfamiliar familiar, reducing the time it takes for something overwhelming to become simple.
Dial: Infinite cycles with opportunity to improve, start, stop, continue behavior.
Slider: boundaries, bookends, not infinite.
Is it possible that an organization that has too many dials requires more sliders? And is it possible the opposite is also true? Or is there a third measurement to consider to round these out?
