Systems Practice
The practice of systems thinking is qualitatively distinct from the process of learning and knowing about systems. Much like any activity, it requires repetition, failure, reflection, and perseverance. A number of modes of practice have been outlined within the larger systems thinking community, all of which have their merits. Here, we are highlighting two outstanding examples of habits of practice, both external and internal, that can support the development of not only a systems thinker, but a systems practitioner.
Habits of a Systems Thinker
The Waters Foundation has produced a wonderful set of 14 Habits of a Systems Thinker. Each habit illustrated in their interactive poster reveals a set of key questions to ask when cultivating the habit, and a brief overview of the habit at hand. Please visit the Waters Foundation website in order to experience the full interactive map, or click through for a glimpse of the 14 habits.
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12 Habits of Mind
Linda Booth Sweeney has developed a set of 12 Habits of Mind for thinking about systems in an intentional way. These habits are clearly laid out with examples of thought patterns, assumptions, and underlying characteristics. Please visit Linda Booth Sweeney's website for this and other tools for developing and applying a systems approach, or click through for a reproduction of the 12 Habits of Mind.
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