6 Hats Workshop
In the 6 Hats Workshop, we were separated in teams of three and assigned a hat which signified our position. My team was the black hat, which was to point out the drawbacks and potential problems. We were to analyze the ideas of the green hat regarding Eric’s problem of routinely meditating.
I think this process of critically analyzing the facts and ideas of the situation is particularly useful because it allows you to think about your idea in every area — facts, ideas, benefits, drawbacks, feelings, and summarize the analysis. I think it helps combing through aspects of your idea to figure out a better solution in an organized manner and hearing the thought process rather than going conversing with a general direction. I think it’s good to challenge your idea and considering all perspectives and potential problems and benefits — improving critical thinking skills and proactively thinking about your design than considering your first solution the best solution.