decision-surface

Classify decisions as problems or dilemmas and ground them in real-world data.

Updated May 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/denson/the-stoa --skill decision-surface
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: decision-surface
Source: https://github.com/denson/the-stoa/tree/main/substrate/skills/decision-surface
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/denson/the-stoa --skill decision-surface

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users navigate complex decisions by distinguishing between problems and dilemmas, providing a structured framework for analysis and illumination.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Problem vs. Dilemma Classification: Differentiates between solvable problems and value-laden dilemmas, ensuring the right approach is taken.
  • Grounded Decision Support: Encourages decision-making based on real-world data and sources, rather than assumptions or memory.
  • Interactive Decision Surface: Renders decisions as interactive tools that users can manipulate and document.

Quick Start

Invoke the decision-surface skill when you need help making a complex decision, and follow the structured process it provides.

Frequently Asked Questions about decision-surface

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I make a data-driven decision for a complex, high-stakes dilemma?

Structured decision-making frameworks classify high-stakes scenarios as either solvable problems or value-laden dilemmas, ensuring you apply the correct analytical approach and illuminate trade-offs through an interactive decision surface.

What is the difference between a problem and a dilemma in structured analysis?

In structured analysis, a problem is a solvable issue with a definitive resolution, whereas a dilemma involves conflicting values requiring trade-off illumination rather than a single straightforward answer.

How do I resolve a high-stakes dilemma using structured analysis?

You resolve a high-stakes dilemma by grounding the evaluation in real-world data sources rather than assumptions, then manipulating an interactive decision surface to document and illuminate the necessary trade-offs.

Can I use an interactive decision tool to document complex trade-offs?

Yes, an interactive decision tool renders complex decisions into manipulable surfaces, allowing you to document grounded data sources, classify scenarios, and systematically illuminate trade-offs for high-stakes choices.

When should I use a decision support tool instead of relying on assumptions?

You should use a decision support tool when facing complex, high-stakes scenarios that require structured analysis, as it grounds your evaluation in real-world data and illuminates trade-offs instead of relying on memory or assumptions.