Introduction
According to Cambridge dictionary, Thinking is “act of using your mind to consider something”.
Thinking skills refer to a cognitive (mental) process through which we form opinions, make judgements, take decisions, solve problems and generate ideas.
We all have thinking skills, but do we use them effectively?!
Let’s learn to use your cognitive faculty effectively via this module/program.
Steps of thinking:
In this way, thinking is simply how we process an idea/experience or knowledge.
Thinking is associated with other integral process:-
Two types of thinking:
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Convergent Thinking (inward)
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Divergent Thinking (outward)
Advantages of developed thinking skills:
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Evaluation ability
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Better organisation
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Enhanced problem solving
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Improved decision making
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Creative idea generation
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Improved Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
All of us benefit from having thinking abilities that allow us to analyse information,
remember details, and use knowledge in a variety of contexts. This can include more
advanced problem-solving and analytical skills.
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Clarify the context and aim of your thought.
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Inquire about your resources.
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Determine the reasons.
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Analyze the ideas and resources.
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Analyze other people's points of view.
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Make up your own defenses.
Thinking skills are mental processes that humans employ to organise and create
knowledge, discuss issues, start making plans, address problems, and reach various
judgements.
By practicing critical thinking, you can enhance your cognitive skills. These exercises can
help us to develop critical thinking skills like analysis of data, conflict resolution, and
synthesis.
There are three different types of thinking: lateral, divergent, and convergent. Finding a
single solution in an easy-to-understand way using convergent thinking. Divergent
thinking is the process of weighing many solutions to issues. Convergent and divergent
thinking are combined in the indirect process known as lateral thinking.
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Decide what the issue or query is.
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Assemble information, viewpoints, and arguments.
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Analyze and assess the information.
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Recognize your assumptions.
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Determine importance.
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Choose and come to a conclusion.
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Connect or be present.
The three basic building blocks of thought are as follows: Symbols are the building blocks
of the mind and they stand in for anything, and labels for a group of interconnected mental
items are called concepts. A class of thoughts is prototype.
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Make up your inquiry.
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Gather the data you need.
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Use the knowledge.
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Think about the effects.
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Examine alternative viewpoints.
Introduction
Critical thinking is about asking the right questions and finding the best answers.
It’s not a talent, it’s a skill you can build over time.
Our wellness program helps you practice critical thinking so you can make better decisions
in all parts of your life.
Why Critical Thinking Matters
With strong thinking skills, you can stop, think, and decide with care.
Learning critical thinking skills means you can break away from old habits and
approach situations with a fresh mind.
This program gives you simple steps to make these skills part of your life.
Steps to Build Critical Thinking
- Ask questions that help you see the full picture.
- Divide tasks into smaller, easy-to-manage parts.
- Explore options and their possible results.
- Look at critical thinking skills in real-life situations.
- Reflect on what worked in the past and what didn’t.
How This Program Will Help You
Here’s what the program offers:
- Spot and shift thought patterns that hold you back.
- Practice exercises that grow critical thinking naturally.
- Apply your skills to real decisions every day.
- Build confidence in your ability to think clearly.