gut

Apply structured lenses to surface biases and hidden assumptions in ideas.

42|9|Updated Feb 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/lsnackerman/raw-clauding-skills --skill gut
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: gut
Source: https://github.com/lsnackerman/raw-clauding-skills/tree/main/gut
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lsnackerman/raw-clauding-skills --skill gut

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Pressure-test an idea or decision by applying structured lenses to surface biases, risks, and hidden assumptions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Apply the North Star, Trinity Lens, 50/50 Lens, Fresh-Instance Perspective, Target Audience Check, and Energy Check to any idea or decision.
  • Use during concept validation, project scoping, or decision reviews to surface misalignments and improvement opportunities.
  • Iterate and refine ideas with a structured guardrail to avoid bias and overconfidence.

Quick Start

Ask your AI to gut-check your idea using all lenses in sequence.

Frequently Asked Questions about gut

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I pressure-test an idea to surface hidden assumptions and biases?

Idea validation involves applying structured critical-thinking lenses like North Star and Trinity to surface hidden biases and assumptions. This structured review prevents overconfidence during concept validation and project scoping.

What is the best way to validate a project concept before committing resources?

The best way to validate a project concept is running a lightweight workflow with lenses like Target Audience Check and Energy Check to reveal risks and improvement opportunities before full commitment.

How do I run a structured gut-check on a decision I need to make?

Run a structured gut-check by asking your AI to apply a defined set of lenses, including 50/50 and Fresh-Instance perspectives, in sequence to evaluate the decision and capture insights back into your task docs.

Can I use critical-thinking lenses for decision reviews during project scoping?

Yes, you can use these critical-thinking lenses during project scoping and decision reviews to surface misalignments and risks, acting as a structured guardrail to iterate and refine your ideas.

What limitations should I expect when applying structured lenses to idea validation?

The main limitation is that idea validation through structured lenses requires a predefined set of perspectives and a lightweight workflow to run them in sequence, demanding consistent input to effectively capture insights.