Dialectical Thinking Worksheet

Dialectical Thinking Worksheet Overview

Dialectics is holding two seemingly opposed ideas together at the same time. But how do we actually think and act dialectically? This handout provides sixteen strategies, explanations, and examples for getting into the dialectical mindset – which helps us balance complex situations, tolerate intense feelings, and make wise decisions.

In this handout, we’ll discuss:

• The four pillars of dialectic thought
• Multiple dialectical thinking strategies within each pillar
• Examples of dialectical thinking for each strategy
• Using willing hands to balance dialectical tensions

More Dialectical Thinking Worksheets

Below you’ll find an additional handout summarizing the steps of dialectical thinking.

Steps to Think Dialectically (Handout)

This one-page handout summarizes the steps of dialectical thinking and links to related worksheets with more detail.

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