Using models to learn and to change

Models are key in the understanding of complicated topics.  According to Merriam Webster:

model – a description or analogy used to help visualize something that cannot be directly observed
Source: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/model

Models are often simplified to make understanding the concept easier.  A model is NOT the same as the real thing, merely a representation of it.  In the picture you can see a model of the P51 Mustang American fighter from World War II.  It is a scale model in terms of size.  The model won’t have miniature 50 caliber machine guns, nor will it have a miniature Merlin engine.  If the model is crafted with care it could potentially have similar performance (to scale) as the original.

Reality is more complicated than models, it’s the nature of life.  Models can help you understand concepts more clearly.  Once you understand it more clearly you can then use this as a catalyst for change. Using models allow for better integration of a concept into your life.

I will talk more in future posts about various types of models, but I felt it was important to clearly define what I mean by the word model.  More to come soon.