Thinking Smarter: A Deep Dive into the Six Thinking Hats Method
Welcome to the Power of Peacefulness Podcast, a space created for professional women to explore what it means to cultivate inner peace—at work, in relationships, and within yourself.
In this episode, we explore a powerful decision-making tool that brings structure, clarity, and creativity to even the most complex conversations: Dr. Edward de Bono’s Six Thinking Hats method.
Whether you're facing a big decision, navigating team dynamics, or trying to move forward without second-guessing yourself, this episode will show you how to look at problems from every angle—without conflict or confusion.
🧠 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
What parallel thinking is and how it replaces unproductive debate
A breakdown of each of the Six Thinking Hats:
🤍 White – Data & Facts
❤️ Red – Emotions & Intuition
🖤 Black – Risks & Caution
💛 Yellow – Optimism & Benefits
💚 Green – Creativity & Possibilities
💙 Blue – Process & Facilitation
Real-world examples from healthcare, nonprofits, tech, education, and even family life
How the Six Hats framework reduces bias, enhances group collaboration, and supports better decision-making
Tips for running your own Six Thinking Hats session at work or at home
💡 Key Takeaway:
When you stop arguing and start thinking in parallel, you create space for smarter, calmer, and more inclusive decisions.
📘 Free Resource Mentioned:
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