The Art of Abstract Thinking: A Personal Insight into Thought-Processing

Abstract thinking is a fascinating process that allows us to explore complex ideas beyond conventional logical frameworks. This article delves into my personal journey of abstract thinking, parallel thinking, and the various forms thought-processing can take. We will explore how I interpret and analyze information through abstract and logical thinking, share insights from reflecting on everyday objects, and delve into the creative process.

Abstract Thinking: A Journey from A to D

In my thought-processing, I engage in both abstract and parallel thinking. Often, I venture from one idea to another, sometimes even reaching all the way to Z. This non-linear approach to thinking can be both enlightening and challenging. Many people are accustomed to thinking in a more linear fashion, from A to B to C, but this does not make my thinking any less valid. It often results in a mutual challenge, as I find it difficult to prove the validity of others' more linear thoughts, and vice versa.

Reflecting on Everyday Objects

For instance, when I ponder a car, I ask myself a series of questions: Why do we have cars in the first place? How do they help us? Why are they shaped and move the way they do? And what are the things I need to know about them that people don't typically teach us? I also ask questions when meeting a new friend: Do I really need this person in my life? What are their likes? How do they solve problems? And do they have goals?

Visual vs. Verbal Thought-Processing

The nature of my thought-processing varies greatly depending on the subject. My daydreams and choreography are primarily visual experiences, with a physical component for choreography. Reading fiction is also visual to me, almost like being a passive observer in a movie. Decision-making and writing, on the other hand, are primarily verbal. I often engage in silent conversations or arguments with myself, typically between a 'fun-loving' side and a 'logical' side.

Creative Writing: A Blend of Visualization and Verbal Processing

Creative writing is a unique blend of both visual and verbal thought-processing. I imagine a scene and then have conversations with myself to determine how I want to describe it. However, it is often a difficult task to capture the nuances and details in words, and my writing can appear plain as a result.

Conscious and Unconscious Thought-Processing

Occasionally, I become so focused on a task that I am not consciously aware of my thoughts. This state is quite common, especially during moments of intense focus, such as dancing. In these moments, I exist within the experience itself, rather than being detached in my thinking.

Through this personal journey of abstract and parallel thinking, we gain insight into the diverse ways in which we process information and form thoughts. Whether abstract, visual, or verbal, each form of thought-processing is valuable and unique in its own right. By reflecting on these processes, we can better understand our own thought patterns and enhance our ability to communicate and create.