Mental Models: 16 Versatile Thinking Tools for Complex Situations: Better Decisions, Clearer Thinking, and Greater Self-Awareness

by Peter Hollins

16 simple yet versatile thinking models to solve problems, make decisions, and engineer insight.

Mental models are like giving a treasure map to someone lost in the woods. They provide instant understanding, context, and most importantly, a path to the end destination. Now imagine having such a map for all problems and decisions in your life.

Make complex decisions with speed and confidence; stop being fooled by false alarms.

Mental Models: 16 Versatile Thinking Tools sheds light on true intelligence: it’s not about knowledge and knowing the capitals of all the countries in the world. It’s about how you think, and each mental model is a specific framework on how to think smart and with insight. You can approach the world by trying to analyze each piece of information separately, or you can learn mental models that do the work for you.

Emulate the world's top thinkers (dead and alive).

Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.

Stop ramming your head into the wall and take on an entirely new perspective.

•How to solve problems, but be similarly satisfied even if you don't - MM #1
•Understand that no problem or decision is ever made in a vacuum - MM #2
•How to consistently set yourself up for luck discoveries and insight - MM #4
•Avoid getting sucked into outcome-dependent analyses and decisions - MM #7
•How to visualize critical thinking and increase your processing speed - MM #12
•How to perform the most difficult task of all - think about your thinking - MM #15

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This book is the second book in the “Mental Models for Better Living” series as listed below:

-Book 1: Mental Models: 30 Thinking Tools that Separate the Average From the Exceptional. Improved Decision-Making, Logical Analysis, and Problem-Solving.
-Book 2: Mental Models: 16 Versatile Thinking Tools for Complex Situations: Better Decisions, Clearer Thinking, and Greater Self-Awareness
-Book 3: The Art of Intentional Thinking: Master Your Mindset. Control and Choose Your Thoughts. Create Mental Habits to Fulfill Your Potential (Second Edition)

Genres: Nonfiction

216 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 21, 2019

About the author

Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a student of the human condition. He possesses a BS in psychology and a graduate degree.

Reviews

[Michael Hammer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Summary: 16 mental models on problem solving, decision making, clear thinking, and respecting reality.

Review: Similarly to his first book, this was an easy read with examples and explanations for each of the models. Each section is dedicated to a mental model. I thought that the sections had a lot of fluff content and some of the mental models were not given their conventional names.

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[Enrique Incle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Insightful and cogently presented

I had my reservations before purchasing and reading this book since I read quite a few books on mental models. Since I had a robust background on the subject did not think there was anything left to gain but I was sorely mistaken. The author presented the ideas and main points of the book in a logical, fluid, and cogent manner. This is one of those books that I will definitely read again in order to gain a greater understanding of mental models, being able to discern which ones to use, and applying them to all aspects of my life.

[Johnny · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked the first few mental models the best. The bow and arrow is a good model to focus on what you can influence and not to bother too much about the things you cannot. The away instead of towards model is a helpful idea for incremental improvements. In the first few chapters I highlighted a ton of good ideas and I was astonished from the numerous insights I gained. Unfortunately, the book cannot sustain that high level for long and the more it goes on, the less interesting it gets.

[Gagi · Rating 2 out of 5]

Book that could be a tw thread

I may understand an incentive to publish a book, but I can't understand lack of effort put in book's creation. The substance of this book could easily fit in one (rather short) Twitter thread, and you wouldn't miss anything. This way (via book) it is jus waste of time.

[Shazad Ahmad · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book that will force you to think about the way you are thinking!

Must read for critical thinkers and problem solvers trying to be the best in whatever sphere of life you happen to be in.

[Daniel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm highly pleased by the amount of good and useful information the author was able to fit in this little book. It will be a book that I share with a lot of friends in the near future.

[Tony · Rating 2 out of 5]

Some OK advice. Little depth and sketchy examples.

[Eric Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Learn to think clearly

I once heard it said "you don't think you just think you think " this book gives great insight into seeing and thinking more clearly

[Bryan Kornele · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good Read

This book goes very well with his other books on mental models. Highly recommended for self study and a guide to the world.

[Charles · Rating 5 out of 5]

Expand your mental tool box with this book

These discussions around thinking about thinking will definitely contribute to your own quality of thinking. I highly recommend this useful and well presented work.