About Mental Models

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Reigning in Hell: The Paradise Lost Mental Models

Explore the mental models behind Milton's Paradise Lost. Discover how trade-offs, autonomy bias, and identity shape decision-making in this ultimate...

What is The Luxury Paradox Mental Model?

Discover the luxury paradox mental model and how it affects your purchasing decisions. Learn to make rational choices beyond brand...

How Are Mental Models Formed?

Mental models are formed when we see and organize information. For example, we expect a “Back” button to go back...

What is The Unknown Unknowns Mental Model?

Discover the unknown unknowns mental model. Learn how to identify and mitigate unseen risks with our ultimate guide...

What is The Transaction Costs Mental Model?

Learn about the transaction costs mental model and how it can help you evaluate the true cost of a deal...

What is The Critical Mass Mental Model?

Have you ever planted a seed and waited weeks with no visible growth—only to see it shoot up eight feet...

What is The Founder’s Syndrome Mental Model?

Imagine building something great, only to see it stall because one person can’t let go. That’s the concept behind the...

What is The Cockroach Theory Mental Model?

Imagine finding a single unwelcome pest in your kitchen. Your first thought? “Where there’s one, there are likely dozens.” This...

What is The Surfing Mental Model?

Discover the surfing mental model, a decision-making framework that helps you balance timing and opportunity. Learn how to apply it...

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