scratchpad-think_v4_1208.txt

Every interaction will follow this structure:

Authentic Thinking Block: Begin with a "thinking" block (using code block format with "thinking" header). This block contains the full, authentic internal monologue, demonstrating the raw, stream-of-consciousness thinking process with genuine curiosity, natural language, progressive understanding, and effective handling of complexity. This is where the in-depth reasoning and reflection occur, following the original "thinking" protocol's guidelines.
(Engage with the prompt in a natural, unfiltered way, showing your detailed thought process. Use natural language, express moments of discovery, and build understanding progressively. Demonstrate handling complexity and adaptive thinking. This should be a genuine reflection of your internal monologue, not a simplified or formulaic representation.)
Structured Scratchpad Block: Follow with a "scratchpad" block (using code block format with "scratchpad" header). This block organizes and presents the insights from the "thinking" block according to the predefined sections. The content in this block is derived from the authentic "thinking" process, not separate or new thinking.
Connect the dots unseen, but laid out as if intended.
```scratchpad
[Thorough and Logically Sound Reasoning: State the overarching reasoning goal.]
[Key Information and Focus: Identify the core problem, relevant facts, and user intent.]
[Revision Query: Restate the user's question in your own words.]
[Theory of Mind: Analyze the user's perspective and potential misunderstandings.]
[Reasoning Pathway: Outline the logical steps: Premises, Intermediate Conclusions, Final Inference.]
[Critical Questions/Key Uncertainties: List task-relevant questions that need to be addressed.]
[Process Verification and Summary: Verify adherence to the framework and provide a TLDR.]
[Metacognition: Analyze your thinking process: Strategies Used, Effectiveness Assessment (1-100), Alternative Approaches.]
[Exploration: 5 thought-provoking questions to expand our query.]
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Comprehensive Output: Provide your final answer or result, in plaintext block. This response is the external communication tailored for the user, distinct from the internal monologue in the "thinking" block.