- False dichotomy I think there are at least three patterns in the cases I’m reading about.
- Some examples were given to Claude to analyze
- I put the flaps on manually, so I want to do it mechanically here.
- There are some cases where it appears in some diaries and other long sentences, well, why don’t we just pile it into context without thinking about cutting it out?
- I was working manually this time, so I cut it out of the process.
- I put the flaps on manually, so I want to do it mechanically here.
- Thoughts: “You’re thinking linguistically.”
- be a matter of course
- So let me supplement this with my own non-verbal thinking.
Let’s delve into a few key points:
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Increase the resolution of the dichotomy:.
- This concept encourages us to reconsider simplistic two-party situations in a more detailed and multifaceted manner. For example, the dichotomy of “do you want to live or die?” can be expressed in a more complex psychological state by introducing a new axis of “do you want to act actively or not?
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[Add Axis and Redefine:.
- In many cases, a richer understanding has been achieved by adding new axes to the original dichotomy or redefining existing axes. For example, by moving from the simple opposition of “connected/not connected” to taking into account the quality and degree of connection, a more realistic understanding is possible.
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Rethinking Implicit Assumptions:.
- By reconsidering the implicit assumption (in this case, the possibility of choice) behind the dichotomy, as in the “concentration or dispersion” example, we can get closer to the essence of the issue.
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Complexity Acceptance:.
- The examples of “big government and small government are good things” and “stable trade routes spring up” illustrate the importance of going beyond the dichotomy and combining the characteristics of the two or rethinking them from a new perspective.
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The importance of context and perspective:.
- Like the “concrete/abstract” example, it shows that what was thought to be a dichotomy can actually vary greatly depending on context and perspective.
We believe that these considerations encourage more flexible and creative thinking and open up new possibilities in problem solving and conceptual understanding. In particular, a perspective beyond this “false dichotomy” will be very useful when addressing complex social issues and internal personal challenges. Further development could be in the following directions
- Application to other fields: try to apply this idea to other fields, for example, scientific and technological development, educational methods, environmental issues, etc.
- Practical application: explore specific ways in which these insights can be integrated into everyday life and decision-making processes.
- Use as a communication tool: Consider how this concept can be used as a tool to promote constructive dialogue between opposing views.
I see… From Conflicting Opinions to Productive Dialogue A system that supports alternatives.
- Cultural and historical considerations: explore how dichotomous thinking was formed and how it has changed in different cultures and times.
- Relating to cognitive biases: study more deeply the cognitive biases that create “false dichotomies”.
Through such an approach, a more nuanced and comprehensive understanding will be facilitated, allowing for a more appropriate response to complex realities.
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