think

Name: think
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Author: atxinsky

Analyze problems by applying multiple mental models into an action plan.

4|Updated Jan 10, 2026

Search Tags:#problem-solving #analyze #decision-making #multi-perspective #first-principles #mental-models

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/atxinsky/skills --skill think-atxinsky

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: think
Source: https://github.com/atxinsky/skills/tree/main/mental-models
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/atxinsky/skills --skill think-atxinsky

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps users solve problems by applying multiple mental models to avoid single-view biases and improve decision quality.

Core Features & Use Cases

Perspective toolbox: A structured set of thinking tools drawn from diverse disciplines (engineering, psychology, economics, design) to examine problems from multiple angles.
First-principles integration: Combines bottom-up reasoning with cross-domain perspectives for robust conclusions.
Structured workflow: Guides issue framing, perspective selection, insight synthesis, and actionable outputs.
Use cases: Decision making, strategy planning, issue diagnosis, and product design feedback.

Quick Start

Describe your problem and trigger the think skill (e.g., "think about X").
Select 3-5 relevant perspectives, then outline key questions for each.
Synthesize the insights into a concise action plan.

Frequently Asked Questions about think

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I apply multiple mental models for problem-solving and decision-making?▼

Multi-perspective analysis solves problems by applying diverse mental models to avoid single-view biases. It examines issues across engineering, economics, psychology, and design to improve overall decision quality and generate robust conclusions.

What is the best way to analyze a strategy issue from multiple perspectives?▼

The best way to analyze a strategy issue is using a structured workflow that selects 3-5 relevant perspectives, collects targeted insights from each, and synthesizes them into a concise action plan.

How does first-principles reasoning integrate with cross-domain analysis?▼

First-principles reasoning integrates with cross-domain analysis by combining bottom-up logic with diverse mental models. This merges foundational truths with perspectives from economics and design to yield robust conclusions.

Can I use multi-perspective mental models for product design feedback?▼

Yes, you can use multi-perspective mental models for product design feedback. The approach diagnoses issues by examining the product through engineering, economics, psychology, and design lenses to synthesize actionable improvements.

When should I not use multi-model analysis for issue diagnosis?▼

You should not use multi-model analysis for issue diagnosis when a single-view approach is sufficient. If a problem requires no cross-domain synthesis or structured perspective selection, applying multiple mental models adds unnecessary overhead.