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MENTAL MODEL · M7164

Middle Path

Middle Path
CultureHigh supportChinese Philosophy
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Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-30

CORE DEFINITION

Walking the middle path. Being impartial and inclusive of all parties.

SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

psychology

Reduce cognitive load

Middle path / compatibility. In extremely polarized situations (such as reformers vs. conservatives), choosing the "Middle Path" is not mediocrity, but to go further without overturning. Only the middle path can accommodate "embracing the wild."

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Anchor fast decisions

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