Problem Solving Session
Edward de Bono's Six Thinking Hats is a simple method to think about different perspectives during discussions and debates. By wearing these different coloured hats, one can switch thinking modes easily. Below are the different hats and what they represent.
White Hat- This hat focuses on facts and information. It's all about collecting data and sharing what we know.
Red Hat- The Red Hat symbolizes emotions and feelings. It allows for sharing personal thoughts and fears without any judgment.
Black Hat- Wearing the Black Hat, I found it stands for caution and critical judgment. It’s about identifying potential problems and thinking about why ideas might not work.
Yellow Hat- This hat represents optimism and the positive side of things. It helps in seeing the benefits and exploring the value in suggestions.
Green Hat- The Green Hat stands for creativity and new ideas. It encourages thinking outside the box and looking for alternative solutions.
Blue Hat- The Blue Hat is for managing the thinking process. It ensures that guidelines are followed and helps in summarizing what has been learned.
I chose to wear the black hat because I personally think of myself as a negative person, always finding the negatives in a situation.
Although it does seem that I am always wearing the black hat because I am always finding the worst case scenario, situation or position. For example, I was commissioned to create another diorama which I wont provide details on right now, but my thinking about that project was,
- Is it ethical - Will people get offended
- Am I making a profit on the suffering of others
These questions were going around my head for some time, after 'putting on different hats' and problem solving I ended up accepting the project. I dedicated the diorama as a remembrance piece congratulating human curiosities and triumphs. But I did request the client not to publish images at this time.
