Systems Archetypes
Systems Archetypes are classic "stories" or common patterns that repeat themselves in many different situations, from a company's struggles to a person's personal habits. They…
Systems Thinking
Systems Thinking is a way of looking at the world that focuses on recognizing the connections between different parts of a system. Instead of viewing…
Behavior Over Time Graph (BOT)
A Behavior Over Time (BOT) graph is a graph that shows how a problem or a variable in a system changes over time. These graphs…
Causal Loop Diagram (CLD)
A causal loop diagram is a tool used in Systems Thinking to visualize a system's structure. It uses arrows to show how different elements in…
Archetype Structure
The archetype structure is the specific arrangement of reinforcing and balancing loops that form the blueprint of a systems archetype. It is the reason a…
Leverage Point
The leverage point is the single most important place in a system where a small change can have a big, positive effect on the whole…
Reinforcing Process/Loop
A reinforcing loop is a powerful cycle that makes a change happen faster in the same direction. It is a self-growing process that can lead…
Archetype Dynamics
Archetype dynamics refer to the behavior that a system's structure creates over time. It is the story of the archetype, and you can see it…
Balancing Process
A balancing loop is a self-correcting cycle that works to bring a system back to a stable state or a specific goal. It is a…