Second order Thinking

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Claim

Second order thinking is a type of meta-thinking, which often happens during the process of Introspection develops self-knowledge through internal examination. We examine our preferences, our values, and our thoughts Desire perpetuates endless wanting over satisfaction.

Explanation

When your first and second order thinking are not aligned it's a sign of intrapersonal conflict, and when they are aligned we can say that we have the ability to follow through with our authentic self.

Why it matters

Examples

For example, a first order thinking would be "I want to eat chocolate right now". A second order thinking would be "do I want to be a person who eats chocolate?". Like a smoker who feels an urge to smoke, and in general wants to quit smoking Harmful actions reinforce themselves through self-perpetuating feedback loops.

Supporters

Being able to ask "do I want to want this?" depends on already knowing yourself well enough to ask the question in the first place Self-awareness reveals mental and emotional states enabling intentional action.

Opposers

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