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The Activation Energy Mental Model: How to Overcome Procrastination and Achieve Goals

Why do some tasks feel harder to start than to finish? Whether you’re launching a startup, forming a new habit...

The Red Queen Effect Mental Model: Why Running Faster Might Mean Standing Still

The Red Queen Effect Mental Model is a concept from evolutionary biology, introduced by Leigh Van Valen in 1973. It...

What is The 5 Whys Mental Model?

Ever fixed a problem at work, only to see it come back? The 5 Whys mental model was created by...

What is The Redundancy Mental Model?

NASA engineers, airline pilots, and Amazon Web Services all use the redundancy mental model. This strategy creates hidden safety nets...

What The Maslow Hierarchy of Needs Mental Model?

Why do some people thrive while others struggle to get by? The key might be the Maslow hierarchy of needs...

What is The Antifragility Mental Model?

Imagine a system that doesn’t just survive but actually grows stronger when faced with challenges. This is the core of...

What is The Principle of Minimum Energy Mental Model?

Why do we stick to the same old habits, even when we know there are better choices? The Principle of...

What is The Brandolini Law Mental Model?

In today’s digital world, over 330 million tweets are sent out every day. The Brandolini Law mental model, also known...

What is The Gambler’s Fallacy Mental Model?

Learn about the gamblers fallacy mental model, a false belief that past events influence future outcomes. Improve decision-making skills...

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