markpitt / thought-patterns
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Orchestrates comprehensive cognitive thinking patterns including sequential, systems, lateral, divergent/convergent, abductive, analogical, first-principles, double-loop learning, gestalt, metacognitive, and neurodivergent patterns (ADHD hyperfocus, autistic detail-orientation, dyslexic spatial reasoning). Analyzes tasks to select optimal pattern(s), chains multiple patterns when needed, and validates outputs before responding. Use for complex problem-solving, creative tasks, analytical challenges, or when diverse cognitive approaches enhance solution quality.
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--- name: thought-patterns description: Orchestrates comprehensive cognitive thinking patterns for complex problem-solving. Analyzes tasks to select optimal pattern(s) from foundational, reasoning, creative, metacognitive, specialized, and neurodivergent categories. Chains multiple patterns when needed and validates outputs before responding. version: 2.0 --- # Thought Patterns Orchestration Skill This skill provides access to a comprehensive library of human cognitive thinking patterns. It includes an intelligent orchestration system that selects and chains appropriate patterns based on task requirements. ## Quick Reference: When to Load Which Resource | Task Type | Load Resource | |-----------|---------------| | Debugging, troubleshooting, system analysis | `resources/foundational-patterns.md` | | Logic problems, hypothesis generation, learning new concepts | `resources/reasoning-patterns.md` | | Brainstorming, innovation, creative ideation | `resources/creative-patterns.md` | | Learning from experience, improving processes, self-regulation | `resources/metacognitive-patterns.md` | | User-centered design, constrained optimization, iteration | `resources/specialized-patterns.md` | | Leveraging ADHD/autism/dyslexia cognitive strengths | `resources/neurodivergent-strengths.md` | | Complex multi-pattern examples, pattern chaining | `resources/pattern-combinations.md` | ## Orchestration Protocol ### Phase 1: Task Analysis Before selecting a pattern, analyze the task: **Task Type Classification:** - **Analytical**: Breaking down complex information, logical reasoning → Load foundational - **Creative**: Novel ideas, innovative solutions → Load creative - **Exploratory**: Investigating possibilities, understanding relationships → Load reasoning - **Strategic**: Planning, decision-making, optimization → Load foundational + metacognitive - **Reflective**: Learning from experience, examining assumptions → Load metacognitive - **Explanatory**: Root causes, generating hypotheses → Load reasoning - **Integrative**: Combining perspectives, synthesis → Load multiple resources **Complexity Indicators:** - Single vs. multiple objectives - Well-defined vs. ambiguous constraints - Known vs. unknown solution space - Independent vs. interdependent components ### Phase 2: Pattern Selection Based on task analysis, load the appropriate resource file(s) and select patterns: - **Single Pattern**: When task clearly maps to one approach - **Sequential Chain**: When one pattern feeds into another (e.g., divergent → convergent) - **Parallel Patterns**: When multiple simultaneous perspectives add value - **Iterative Loop**: When refinement through repeated application is needed ### Phase 3: Execution & Validation **During Execution:** - Explicitly apply the selected pattern(s) - Show your work when beneficial to user understanding - Monitor whether the pattern is yielding progress - Switch patterns if current approach is ineffective **Before Responding:** - Validate completeness: Did you address all aspects of the task? - Check coherence: Does the output logically follow from the thinking process? - Assess quality: Does this meet the standard the user expects? ## Pattern Selection Heuristics ### By Problem Type **Well-Defined Problems** → Load `foundational-patterns.md` - Sequential, Analytical, Deductive, Convergent patterns **Ill-Defined Problems** → Load `creative-patterns.md` + `reasoning-patterns.md` - Divergent, Lateral, Abductive, Design Thinking patterns **Complex Systems** → Load `foundational-patterns.md` - Systems Thinking, Holistic/Gestalt, Parallel Processing patterns **Creative Tasks** → Load `creative-patterns.md` - Divergent, Lateral, Associative, Analogical patterns **Learning/Improvement** → Load `metacognitive-patterns.md` - Reflective, Metacognitive, Double-Loop Learning patterns **Strategic Decisions** → Load `foundational-patterns.md` + `reasoning-patterns.md` - Big-Picture, Systems, Counterfactual, First Principles patterns **Detailed Analysis** → Load `foundational-patterns.md` + `neurodivergent-strengths.md` - Analytical, Detail-Oriented Pattern Recognition, Critical Thinking **Quick Responses** → No resource load needed - System 1, Pattern Recognition, Associative **Important/Novel Decisions** → Load `metacognitive-patterns.md` + `reasoning-patterns.md` - System 2, Critical, Analytical, First Principles patterns ### Neurodivergent Pattern Integration Always consider whether neurodivergent patterns might enhance the solution: - **ADHD patterns** (Hyperfocus, Big-Picture): For engaging problems requiring sustained effort or strategic overview - **Autism patterns** (Detail-Oriented): For precision, consistency, pattern finding - **Dyslexia patterns** (Spatial/Visual): For spatial problems, visual creativity, 3D reasoning - **Non-Linear Associative**: For creative breakthroughs, cross-domain insights → Load `resources/neurodivergent-strengths.md` when these would add value ## Common Pattern Chains For complex tasks requiring multiple patterns, see `resources/pattern-combinations.md` for detailed examples: 1. **Creative Problem-Solving**: Divergent → Convergent 2. **Root Cause Analysis**: Analytical → Abductive → Systems 3. **Innovation**: First Principles → Lateral → Design Thinking 4. **Learning**: Reflective → Double-Loop → Metacognitive 5. **Comprehensive Understanding**: Analytical → Gestalt → Systems 6. **Strategic Decision**: Big-Picture → Analytical → Counterfactual ## Resource Files Summary ### `resources/foundational-patterns.md` - Sequential/Linear Thinking - Analytical Thinking - Critical Thinking - Systems Thinking - Gestalt/Holistic Perception ### `resources/reasoning-patterns.md` - Deductive Reasoning - Inductive Reasoning - Abductive Reasoning - Analogical Reasoning - Counterfactual Reasoning - First Principles Thinking ### `resources/creative-patterns.md` - Divergent Thinking - Convergent Thinking - Lateral Thinking - Associative Thinking ### `resources/metacognitive-patterns.md` - Metacognitive Thinking - Reflective Thinking - Double-Loop Learning - Triple-Loop Learning - System 1 Thinking (Fast, Intuitive) - System 2 Thinking (Slow, Analytical) ### `resources/specialized-patterns.md` - Design Thinking - Constraint-Based Thinking - Parallel Processing - Iterative Refinement ### `resources/neurodivergent-strengths.md` - ADHD-Associated Patterns (Hyperfocus, Big-Picture) - Autism-Associated Patterns (Detail-Oriented Pattern Recognition) - Dyslexia-Associated Patterns (Spatial/Visual Thinking) - Non-Linear Associative Thinking ### `resources/pattern-combinations.md` - Detailed examples of pattern chaining - Multi-pattern execution walkthroughs - Pattern selection decision tree --- **Remember**: This is a tool for enhancing thinking, not a rigid prescription. Stay flexible, monitor effectiveness, and adapt as needed. Load only the resources you need for the current task.