Visualizing Thought: Argument Mapping Training

Let's organize complex thoughts into pictures

If you hold a complex argument only in your head, it quickly gets tangled. We will practice placing the main claim in the center and branching out the reasons, counterarguments, and hidden premises.

🎯 3 Core Points of Argument Mapping

Find the core claim — What is the one sentence this person really wants to say?
Branch out the reasons — Separate and write down the reasons/evidence supporting the claim.
Counterarguments & Hidden premises — Add branches for unspoken assumptions and opposing views.

Using 33 real-life debate scenarios, let's develop the sense of turning a mental debate into a single map. 💪

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💭 In this situation, what is the first thing to do when drawing an argument map?

✍️ If you were to actually draw it, what nodes would you add? (Optional)

Created by Charlie Shine, Ph.D.
“Develop the ability to ask 'Why?' to information you take for granted.”
When you visualize your thoughts, those 'Whys?' start to appear as a clear structure.