Zen of Thinking - Thinking Models & Tools Platform

Models as the framework, tools as the engine — gain clarity, make better decisions, and create.

Systematically learn classic thinking models and use online tools to turn abstract cognition into executable strategies and outcomes. We emphasize learn-by-doing: from understanding to decisions, from plans to creation — a complete practice loop.

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Important & Urgent (Do Now)

Important & Not Urgent (Schedule)

Urgent & Not Important (Delegate)

Not Important & Not Urgent (Delete)

With models and tools, you will gain

✓Sharper understanding: capture essence and key variables
✓More reliable decisions: structured reasoning and tradeoffs
✓Systematic creation: from structure to actionable solutions
✓Transferable learning: build long-term reusable cognitive assets

Start from the problem, not the model

Not sure which mental model or tool to use? Start from your real problem and let the right models and tools guide you to clearer decisions.

Make an important decision

You have several options and need a more rational way to choose.

Solve this problem

Prioritize your tasks

Too many things to do every day and you're not sure what should come first.

Solve this problem

Analyze a complex problem

The problem looks simple on the surface but never gets solved completely.

Solve this problem

Evaluate an idea or project

You have a new idea or project and need to know if it's worth your time and resources.

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Clarify your thinking

Your thoughts feel messy and unstructured, and you want a clearer way to organize them.

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Find the root cause

The same issue keeps coming back and you want to fix the real root cause.

Solve this problem

Not sure where to start? Go to the problem guide →

Featured Thinking Model Resources

Explore field-tested thinking models (e.g., SWOT, First Principles, Second-Order Thinking) to understand problems from multiple dimensions, reason structurally, and translate insights into action.

Thinking Model

Beginner Thinking ModelLearning time: 15 min

Eisenhower Matrix

Categorize tasks into four quadrants based on importance and urgency to optimize time management and task prioritization

Time ManagementDecision Making

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Thinking Model

Beginner Thinking ModelLearning time: 15 min

SWOT Analysis

Systematically identify internal strengths/weaknesses and external opportunities/threats to craft targeted strategies and action plans

Time ManagementDecision Making

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Popular Thinking Practice Tools

Use online thinking tools to put models into action: from problem breakdown and strategy generation to solution evaluation and review — a practical, accumulative loop.