temporal

Diagnose time-based decisions into cycle, horizon, futures, or timing frameworks.

212|23|Updated May 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/human-avatar/skills-for-humanity --skill temporal-human-avatar
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: temporal
Source: https://github.com/human-avatar/skills-for-humanity/tree/main/skills/temporal
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/human-avatar/skills-for-humanity --skill temporal-human-avatar

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It helps you make better decisions by applying temporal reasoning to timing, horizons, cycles, and futures instead of guessing which time-based framework to use.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Cycle Detection: Identify the repeating pattern and where you are in it to choose actions that fit the current phase.
  • Horizon Mapping: Map consequences across short, medium, and long timeframes to reveal trade-offs and lock-in risks.
  • Futures Mapping: Explore possible, probable, and preferable futures and translate them into decisions today.
  • Timing Analysis: Decide whether to act now, wait, or prepare based on readiness, window, momentum, and cost of waiting.

Use Case: You’re deciding whether to launch a product now or wait—this skill diagnoses whether the real issue is phase-in-a-cycle, horizon trade-offs, uncertain futures, or readiness/window timing.

Quick Start

Use the temporal skill when you’re unsure whether to act, wait, or plan across time horizons by describing your situation and explicitly including any phrases like “timing,” “when,” “long term,” or “what happens in 5 years.”

Frequently Asked Questions about temporal

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I decide whether to act now or wait when planning under uncertainty?

Timing analysis evaluates readiness, window, momentum, and cost of waiting to determine whether to act now, wait, or prepare under uncertainty. It outputs actionable implications guiding the optimal decision moment.

What is horizon mapping and when do I need it for long-term strategy?

Horizon mapping translates a situation into short, medium, and long-term consequences to reveal trade-offs and lock-in risks. You need it when evaluating long-term strategy requires understanding impacts across multiple timeframes.

How do I identify where I am in a repeating cycle to choose the right action?

Cycle detection identifies the repeating pattern and your current phase within it to choose actions that fit. It applies temporal reasoning to timing decisions by diagnosing whether the core issue is cyclical.

What is the best way to explore possible and probable futures for decision timing?

Futures mapping explores possible, probable, and preferable futures to translate them into decisions today. It is the best way to handle decision timing when uncertainty is high and multiple future scenarios exist.

Can I use temporal reasoning for product launch timing decisions?

Yes, temporal reasoning routes product launch timing decisions into the correct framework by diagnosing whether the real issue is phase-in-a-cycle, horizon trade-offs, uncertain futures, or readiness and window timing.

When should I not use cycle detection for my strategic planning?

You should not use cycle detection when your situation lacks repeating patterns, as temporal reasoning will route your decision to horizon mapping, futures mapping, or timing analysis instead based on the diagnosed need.