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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.

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Added on2026-03-14

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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

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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

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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:

Creative Problem-Solving: Divergent → Convergent
Root Cause Analysis: Analytical → Abductive → Systems
Innovation: First Principles → Lateral → Design Thinking
Learning: Reflective → Double-Loop → Metacognitive
Comprehensive Understanding: Analytical → Gestalt → Systems
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.

thought-patterns

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SKILL.md Content

Thought Patterns Orchestration Skill

Quick Reference: When to Load Which Resource

Orchestration Protocol

Phase 1: Task Analysis

Phase 2: Pattern Selection

Phase 3: Execution & Validation

Pattern Selection Heuristics

By Problem Type

Neurodivergent Pattern Integration

Common Pattern Chains

Resource Files Summary

`resources/foundational-patterns.md`

`resources/reasoning-patterns.md`

`resources/creative-patterns.md`

`resources/metacognitive-patterns.md`

`resources/specialized-patterns.md`

`resources/neurodivergent-strengths.md`

`resources/pattern-combinations.md`