conscious thinking
[/ˈkɒnʃəs ˈθɪŋkɪŋ/]
noun
pensamento consciente
1. Mental activity characterized by awareness, deliberation, and intentional focus; thinking that is done with full awareness and voluntary control
Conscious thinking requires effort and attention, unlike automatic thoughts that occur without deliberation.
O pensamento consciente requer esforço e atenção, diferentemente dos pensamentos automáticos que ocorrem sem deliberação.
2. The process of deliberately reflecting on information, analyzing problems, and making reasoned decisions
Through conscious thinking, she carefully evaluated all the options before making her decision.
Através do pensamento consciente, ela avaliou cuidadosamente todas as opções antes de tomar sua decisão.
3. Cognitive processing that involves metacognition and awareness of one's own thought processes
Conscious thinking about his biases helped him make more objective judgments.
O pensamento consciente sobre seus preconceitos o ajudou a fazer julgamentos mais objetivos.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'conscious thinking' is valued in educational and professional settings as essential for problem-solving and decision-making. In Brazil, there is particular emphasis on 'pensamento crítico' (critical thinking) within the education system. In the USA, the concept is frequently referenced in self-help, psychology, and cognitive science discussions, reflecting a broader cultural emphasis on self-awareness and personal development.
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