: This mind is overly adaptable to the point of being insubstantial . It lacks its own opinions, avoids deep thinking, and simply "takes the shape of its container," leaving no personal mark on the world .
As noted in reviews from platforms like UML Digital Library , developing this mindset is a continuous process involving:
: The ideal state, which Riso compares to clay—able to change and adapt while retaining its essential nature . It remains open to new evidence, accepts criticism, and values pluralism and creative problem-solving . Key Benefits of Cognitive Flexibility
: A flexible mind is more likely to generate positive life changes and successfully navigate uncertainty . Practical Strategies for Development
Riso categorizes cognitive styles into three distinct frameworks to show how we process information and interact with reality: