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MENTAL MODEL · M0890

Mental Firewall

Mental Firewall
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Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-30

CORE DEFINITION

Borrowed from computer terminology. Refers to a proactively constructed psychological defense mechanism used to filter out harmful, distracting, or manipulative information inputs, protecting core values and emotional stability.

SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

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Reduce cognitive load

Defending against information attacks. When facing trolls, negative news, or anxiety-inducing content, consciously activating the firewall (e.g., 'This is not my truth, I do not accept this projection') can effectively prevent emotional poisoning.

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Borrowing from computer terminology, it is a proactively constructed psychological defense mechanism that filters harmful, distracting, or manipulative information inputs, protecting core values and emotional stability. It serves as a 'wall' against information attacks.

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