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Strip away all unnecessary data, connections, facts etc. - Ability to explain "WHY", justify your position. I see the reason behind everything. - I am certain that I am correct (since I have sufficiently argued all points with myself). I Understand - You are part of the problem. Think about what you have to do to yourself, then do it. (Note: no one said it was easy!) - Goal: Teach yourself enough about the problem so that the solution is simple, clear and obvious. I am human!! Price to pay in order to understand. We only learn simple things. (The will to act!) - Keep your EGO out of it. (No "I'm stupid" etc.) I Understand - How do I teach myself? Know what you know, know what you don't and how to cover the difference. - There is always evidence! - Be introspective. Be willing to say "I don't understand" and then do something about it. - Know how to test your understanding (ask questions, even to yourself). - Take action NOW (put the problem in your brain) - Try something AND LEARN FROM IT. - The will to act- Know that there is something you can do to solve the problem, random guessing is not the only approach (ie. minesweeper) - Know what you are doing and why. - Doing something simple AND LEARN FROM IT!! Kids already know this. No matter what, there is always some evidence for... - Understand how to reason (ie. Minesweeper). You are always making progress if you LEARN. Move from firm ground to firm ground. - Expert: Knows how to place minimal effort to obtain maximum effect. Becoming an expert at X: Repeat X until it's easy. Common mistakes in Problem Solving -Wait for answer to pop into your head. -Don't get started early. 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