The Elements of Thought

The Elements of Thought are the basic components involved in thinking and reasoning. They include things like the purpose of your thinking, the information you consider, the assumptions you make, the concepts and ideas you use, the reasoning process connecting your ideas, the conclusions you reach, and the implications or consequences of these conclusions. Recognizing these elements helps you think more clearly, identify possible errors, and make better decisions by understanding how all parts of your thought process relate to each other.