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MENTAL MODEL · M10247

Yes, And

Yes, And
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Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-30

CORE DEFINITION

In collaboration, accept any premise proposed by the other party (Yes), and build on it with new content (And), rather than denying (No) or pivoting (But).

SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

psychology

Reduce cognitive load

Let creativity flow. In the early stages of brainstorming, the use of "but" is prohibited. Every "but" is a brake on creativity. Through "Yes, And", ideas stack up like building blocks until they become absurd or brilliant.

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Anchor fast decisions

Synonymous with "Yes, And": use "yes" to accept and "and" to build, an accept-extend pattern in Chinese collaboration contexts, avoiding judgmental interruptions.

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