An interesting question is, from what moment did a person begin to think? Perhaps the greatest scientists will not be able to give an exact answer to it. But, today, the processes of people's thinking, the order of building logical chains, and an approximate scheme of the brain's work have already been perfectly studied.
This allows you to manage your thought process with the greatest efficiency, if you use your brain correctly with the help of modern programs, for example, mind maps.
More than one scientific work touches on the topic of the psychology of thinking, many methods were developed on the threshold of the 20th century by eminent luminaries in the field of psychology and biology. One of these scientists the world community recognizes Tony Buzan - an English professor who has written a total of more than 100 books on psychology and methods of thinking. The scientist paid much attention to the methods of memorization, thanks to which he received many prestigious titles. Proving that his theories work, he set the world record for memorizing vast amounts of information.
The result of Tony Buzan's work was the creation of mind maps - i.e. effective way of thinking, memorizing, solving various problems, written down on paper. Using the method of mind maps, you can teach yourself not only to think effectively, but also to make adjustments to your thought processes, put ideas on the shelves, build the right logical chain
Reflection of thoughts on paper allows a person to visually see the process of thinking- this is an important factor, because Most of the information people perceive in a visual way.
In order for mind maps to work as required, the following parameters must be taken into account when compiling them:
Use emphase when building (additional highlighting of important elements):
- The main image should be located in the center;
- The use of graphic images is mandatory;
- Feel free to paint in different colors, use at least three shades for one drawing;
- Draw three-dimensional images so that the volume is visible;
- The size of the font, letters, style of writing, line shapes - all this should be different, the creation of the scheme should not take place according to typology;
- The elements should be located at an optimal distance relative to each other so that when you look at the drawing, your thoughts are not confused.
Try to associate elements:
- Draw arrows to show the relationship between circuit elements;
- Remember to use different colors for association, for example: nature is associated with green, new technologies with gray, laws with blue;
- For association, when building mind maps, use coding.
Try to keep your thoughts on paper clearly, clearly:
- Each keyword is assigned only one, its own line;
- Do not write ornate letters with various complex elements for the future scheme - they can get confused with each other, and writing such letters takes time. It is best to write in normal printable characters;
- Keywords are placed directly above the lines that match them. At the same time, the length of the line should not be more than the keyword in order to keep the thread of thought;
- The main lines on the mind map should intersect in one place, preferably in the center, and they should be drawn with thick, smooth strokes;
- Do not use complex drawings with a large number of elements, this makes it difficult to perceive;
- When writing, place words only horizontally, otherwise you will have to turn the paper over, or turn your head - this interferes with the concentration of thought and prevents the vision of the “whole situation”.
Where to find examples?
It is necessary to observe hierarchy and sequence using the mind map method, otherwise all efforts can be considered meaningless. You should get a drawing in the center of which there will be a main element that reflects the purpose of thinking, and around it, connected by lines, there will be interconnected elements. You can build such schemes yourself, taking a piece of paper, as well as in other ways, since the 21st century is in the yard!
To create mind maps, you can use programs for both computers and mobile devices. On the World Wide Web, you can easily find a program that serves to create mind maps. Such a program is distributed either on a paid basis or free of charge. And if you do not want to install any software on your hard drive, then you can find resources that allow you to create mind maps on the Internet, or, as it is also called, online.
Creating a mind map in a special program:
Having decided to use the mind map method for the first time and just reading on the net what it is, it is quite difficult to correctly draw the required diagram. Therefore, do not be lazy to look at examples of work on how to draw an intelligence map correctly.
The best example can only be given by the original source, and therefore, contacting the author directly is the right decision. Tony Buzan's textbooks provide plenty of examples of how a mind map is created, how to use them, which associations are best for work, and which ones to exclude. Finding books by Tony Buzan in the network of labor will not be, fortunately, he is the author of many scientific works.
If you decide to seriously train your memory, your thinking abilities, then start by studying the books of this author, and after that, you can try to draw diagrams, mind maps and try to apply similar methods to solve everyday life problems.