Glossary / Diffuse Thinking

Diffuse Thinking

Relaxed mode of thought that lets the brain make distant connections.

Contrasted with focused thinking. Both are needed; alternating between them (work + break) drives learning and creativity.

Related

• Default Mode Network — Brain regions active when not focused on the outside world.
• Focused Thinking — Direct, narrow attention on a specific task.

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More from the glossary

• Pomodoro Technique
• Flowtime Technique
• Deep Work
• Shallow Work
• Flow State
• Ultradian Rhythm
• Circadian Rhythm
• Chronotype
• Default Mode Network
• Focused Thinking