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June 28, 2025 11 mins

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:
Download our free workbook for reclaiming your inner peace at:
🌐 powerofpeacefulness.com

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🌿 Until next time, take a deep breath, trust your inner wisdom, and keep walking your path to peace.

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