About Mental Models

Insights & Frameworks

What is The Declinism Mental Model?

The Declinism Mental Model is a powerful bias. It makes us think society is getting worse, even when it’s getting...

What is The Relative Satisfaction Mental Model?

The Relative Satisfaction Mental Model shows how our happiness often depends on comparing ourselves to others. Instead of just asking...

What Are Mental Models? A Guide to Better Thinking

Ever wondered: What are mental models—and why do they matter so much? Mental models are the tools behind smart decisions...

Thinking Backwards: The Counterintuitive Strategy for Problem Solving Success

In a world full of complex systems, Thinking Backwards shines through. It’s a method that starts with the end goal...

What is The Trade Off Mental Model?

Every day, we make choices that shape our lives. The trade-off mental model helps us make these decisions with confidence...

What is Pascal’s Wager Mental Model?

Life is like a high-stakes game where every choice matters, but the results are unclear. The Pascal’s Wager mental model...

What is Moore’s Law Mental Model?

Imagine a world where your phone is more powerful than yesterday’s supercomputers. Moore’s Law mental model explains this rapid progress...

What is The Lipstick Mental Model?

Why do people splurge on small luxuries like lipstick or coffee when money is tight? The lipstick mental model sheds...

What is The Hormesis Mental Model?

What if building resilience in your body and mind came from using stress, not avoiding it? The hormesis mental model...

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