thought-patterns

Orchestrate cognitive thinking patterns for complex problem-solving tasks.

22|2|Updated Nov 22, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/markpitt/claude-skills --skill thought-patterns
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: thought-patterns
Source: https://github.com/markpitt/claude-skills/tree/main/skills/thought-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/markpitt/claude-skills --skill thought-patterns

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you orchestrate a library of cognitive thinking patterns to tackle complex tasks, reducing cognitive load and improving outcomes by selecting and chaining patterns with validation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Access a comprehensive library of foundational, reasoning, creative, metacognitive, specialized, and neurodivergent patterns.
  • Intelligent orchestration protocol (Phase 1: Task Analysis, Phase 2: Pattern Selection, Phase 3: Execution & Validation) to pick and chain patterns as needed.
  • Neurodivergent pattern integration: leverage strengths from ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other patterns to enhance problem solving.
  • Pattern chaining with explicit validation to ensure completeness and coherence before responding.

Quick Start

Provide a complex task description and request an orchestrated plan: start with Divergent thinking to explore, then apply convergent patterns to synthesize, and finish with metacognitive checks.

Frequently Asked Questions about thought-patterns

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

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How do I orchestrate cognitive thinking patterns to solve complex problems?

Orchestrate cognitive thinking patterns by following a three-phase protocol: analyze your task, select patterns from foundational, reasoning, creative, metacognitive, specialized, and neurodivergent libraries, then execute and validate. This reduces cognitive load and improves outcomes by chaining patterns with explicit checks before responding.

What thinking patterns help with debugging and reasoning challenges?

Debugging and reasoning challenges benefit from pattern orchestration that selects reasoning and metacognitive patterns to analyze root causes systematically. The Skill chains these patterns with validation to ensure complete and coherent problem decomposition.

Can I use neurodivergent thinking patterns to enhance problem solving?

Yes. The Skill integrates neurodivergent patterns—including ADHD, autism, and dyslexia strengths—alongside foundational and reasoning patterns. This orchestration leverages diverse cognitive approaches to enhance creative ideation, strategic planning, and learning optimization.

How do pattern chaining and validation work in complex problem solving?

Pattern chaining sequences multiple cognitive patterns (divergent thinking to explore, convergent patterns to synthesize, metacognitive checks to verify) with explicit validation between phases. This ensures coherence and completeness before final output.

What's the best way to reduce cognitive load when tackling creative ideation or strategic planning?

Reduce cognitive load by using orchestrated pattern selection tailored to your task type. The Skill automates the decision of which patterns to apply and chain, freeing mental resources to focus on problem substance rather than process management.