Problem solving techniques

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Thinking modes

There are two modes of learning.

  • Focused mode
  • Diffused mode

Focused mode 

  • Occurs when you are focused or concentrated on a task at hand.
  • Thinking in focused mode is constrained by several factors.
  • Familiar pattern will block the things beyond the pattern. 
  • If you see a pattern your brain automatically recognizes the pattern and try to solve the pattern using previous experience. Which is often helpful but when trying to solve something new or creative it will be a mental block. The more familiar a pattern is your mind can't think beyond that pattern. That's where diffused mode comes into play

Diffused mode

  • Occurs when performing menial tasks such as
    •  taking a shower
    •  going for a walk
    •  jogging / running
  • It occurs in relaxed state similar to sleep like state.
  • In this mode there will be less metal blocks so your mind wanders freely without restriction. Thereby creating new unique connection which create fresh perspectives. 
  • Many famous scientist like has known to use this mode of thinking .

Conclusion 

  • No one method is better than other.
  • We need both mode to learn, understand and solve problems. 

Problem solving approach

  • Step 1 : Focus Mode

    • Focus all your attention on the problem. 
    • Try to understand the problem.
    • Apply all the know methods to solve the problem.

  • Step 2 : Diffused Mode

    • Try not to think of the problem
    • Do things that relaxes you to help get into diffuse mode
      • Running / Cycling / Walking ,  anything.
    • It doesn't always needs to be physical you can go for walk, take a nap, shower.,
    • Let the brain do its magic. Let it create unique new connection.
    • Let the subconscious mind do the heavy lifting.

  • Step 3 : Repeat

    • Repeat after some time

Switching between modes can be helpful in problem solving.

Edison is know to use similar problem solving technique by taking a nap while sitting in a chair holding steel balls in his hands. While going into sleep his muscle relaxes thereby dropping the steel balls from his hands which in turn creates a sound. He awoke and will continue solving the problem.

Reference

1. https://www.coursera.org/learn/learning-how-to-learn

2. https://www.huffpost.com/entry/thomas-edisons-secret-trick-to-maximize-his-creativity_b_59f4d276e4b06ae9067ab91c

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