Base120 · Recursion

Recursive Framing

RE · Recursion

Apply mental models to the process of selecting mental models

Model code
RE6
Transformation
RE (Recursion) — Improve iteratively through feedback, reflection, and self-referential refinement.
Priority
6 of 20
Framework
HUMMBL Base120 — 120 mental models across 6 transformations

When to use

"Use when the choice of mental model is itself a decision. Apply models to the process of selecting models — which model is appropriate for this problem, and how would I know if I chose wrong?"

Example

"You are using a competitive analysis framework. Meta-recursive framing asks — is competitive analysis the right framework for this problem? What would I see differently if I used a systems thinking framework instead? The meta-question can reveal that the framework choice is the bottleneck."

Common misuse

"Infinite regress — applying models to model selection to model selection of model selection. The recursion must bottom out at a decision. Use one level of meta-framing, then act."

Also known as

Meta-ModelingModel Selection

Related models

RE3SY19P7