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How to solve complex problems (by not focusing on them)

Jim Schreier Posted on June 21, 2019 Posted in Facilitation, Implications Wheel, Strategic Exploration Tools

The Zeigarnik effect can do something stunning when we scatter our attention and let our mind wander. Article Link

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