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MENTAL MODEL · M11117

Crazy 8s

Crazy 8s
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Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-30

CORE DEFINITION

A rapid ideation exercise that requires drawing 8 different solution sketches in 8 minutes (one per minute).

SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

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Reduce cognitive load

Quantity catalyzes. It forces the brain to skip the first "mediocre idea" and, under extreme time pressure, the subconscious often erupts with absurd but creative ideas.

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Anchor fast decisions

Crazy 8s is a divergent exercise in design sprints: within 8 minutes, draw 8 different solutions to a problem, forcing quantity and speed, and suppressing perfectionism.

MINIMUM ACTION

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