Comments on: Solve Your Problems Simply by Saying Them Out Loud http://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/ Exploring ways to use our minds efficiently. Fri, 16 Sep 2011 23:33:07 +0000 hourly 1 By: 7 Tips to Teach Your Child Independent Problem-Solvinghttp://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-83190 7 Tips to Teach Your Child Independent Problem-Solving Wed, 29 Jun 2011 14:15:31 +0000 http://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-83190 [...] it Out Loud! According to LiteMind.com, speaking out loud helps in “clarifying your thoughts,” “uncovering hidden assumptions,” [...] [...] it Out Loud! According to LiteMind.com, speaking out loud helps in “clarifying your thoughts,” “uncovering hidden assumptions,” [...]

]]> By: Kimmiehttp://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-83073 Kimmie Tue, 28 Jun 2011 15:45:48 +0000 http://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-83073 I love this idea! My dog is used instead of a rubber duck, but it all boils down to the fact that getting your thoughts out either on paper or to something or someone else helps you to gain a new perspective and become more aware of how you're thinking. I love this idea! My dog is used instead of a rubber duck, but it all boils down to the fact that getting your thoughts out either on paper or to something or someone else helps you to gain a new perspective and become more aware of how you’re thinking.

]]> By: Private Number Plateshttp://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-67688 Private Number Plates Wed, 01 Dec 2010 21:12:39 +0000 http://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-67688 Isn't rubber ducking the same as thinking out loud? Isn’t rubber ducking the same as thinking out loud?

]]> By: L.P.http://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-44668 L.P. Thu, 03 Dec 2009 08:37:42 +0000 http://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-44668 This article caught me completely by surprise with the rubber ducking! Okay so I have a pearly rubber duck, a teddy bear, a Chesire cat, and an American Girl doll to choose from. Perhaps I'll interview with each one individually and then as a group to see what comes out of it. Ha. Thanks for the fascinating facts! This article caught me completely by surprise with the rubber ducking! Okay so I have a pearly rubber duck, a teddy bear, a Chesire cat, and an American Girl doll to choose from. Perhaps I’ll interview with each one individually and then as a group to see what comes out of it. Ha. Thanks for the fascinating facts!

]]> By: Adrihttp://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-30035 Adri Thu, 21 May 2009 10:00:44 +0000 http://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-30035 great post! I find talking to inanimate objects still a bit awkward, but my dog is my best coach, especially when he is asleep... great post!
I find talking to inanimate objects still a bit awkward, but my dog is my best coach, especially when he is asleep…

]]> By: Lauriehttp://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-16997 Laurie Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:51:43 +0000 http://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-16997 Hi Luciano! Great article! I learned, and it made me smile :-) I'm a newbie programmer and I "get it" in class, but when I'm alone, I panic in front of the white screen and I just freeze. But this approach of a rubber duck (I prefer a Teddy Bear since I'm very girlie) makes me change my perspective and give it another try! Plus, the very thought of talking to a Teddy Bear while making my homework makes me smile :D Thankx Hi Luciano! Great article! I learned, and it made me smile :-) I’m a newbie programmer and I “get it” in class, but when I’m alone, I panic in front of the white screen and I just freeze. But this approach of a rubber duck (I prefer a Teddy Bear since I’m very girlie) makes me change my perspective and give it another try! Plus, the very thought of talking to a Teddy Bear while making my homework makes me smile :D Thankx

]]> By: Ahmadhttp://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-13494 Ahmad Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:36:20 +0000 http://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-13494 I think you are using the rubber duck as a gateway to your subconscious. in a way, you are talking to your self :P I think you are using the rubber duck as a gateway to your subconscious. in a way, you are talking to your self :P

]]> By: Bob @ Cape Number Plateshttp://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-1423 Bob @ Cape Number Plates Mon, 10 Dec 2007 10:38:10 +0000 http://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-1423 Rubber ducking - LMAO - sounds pretty obscene. You're right about this technique though. Can't tell you how many times I've explained something to someone and it all suddenly made sense. Rubber ducking – LMAO – sounds pretty obscene. You’re right about this technique though. Can’t tell you how many times I’ve explained something to someone and it all suddenly made sense.

]]> By: Leehttp://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-1259 Lee Mon, 03 Dec 2007 01:00:44 +0000 http://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-1259 Hi,Well...not sure about the rubber duck, but I definitely see the value in verbalizing for problem solving brainstorming.And, come to think of it, the idea of an email makes sense to me. In effect, I think I've done that at times when thinking about "insights" or things to do: again, it helps clarify.I may not be going out to buy my duck, but it was an interesting read.Thanks for sharing,Lee Hi,

Well…not sure about the rubber duck, but I definitely see the value in verbalizing for problem solving brainstorming.

And, come to think of it, the idea of an email makes sense to me. In effect, I think I’ve done that at times when thinking about “insights” or things to do: again, it helps clarify.

I may not be going out to buy my duck, but it was an interesting read.

Thanks for sharing,

Lee

]]> By: Liara Coverthttp://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-866 Liara Covert Tue, 20 Nov 2007 06:53:32 +0000 http://litemind.com/solve-your-problems-simply-by-saying-them-out-loud/#comment-866 This is a very creative post. I love the duckie image and helpful analogy.Its useful to recognize talking about one's problems may be discouraged. It can be seen as a way to reinforce them. A happier 'middle road' migh concentrate energy in solutions-oriented thinking. This wouldn't refer to a "problem" or "issue" so much as describe what is already in the works to create better conditions and healthier thinking. This is a very creative post. I love the duckie image and helpful analogy.

Its useful to recognize talking about one’s problems may be discouraged. It can be seen as a way to reinforce them. A happier ‘middle road’ migh concentrate energy in solutions-oriented thinking. This wouldn’t refer to a “problem” or “issue” so much as describe what is already in the works to create better conditions and healthier thinking.

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