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Thinking

Before drawing, DIAGNOSE:

1. Mental Model Gap: What does user THINK vs what IS true? Name both.
2. Primitive: Which structure captures the essence? (see Quick Pick below)
3. Hierarchy: ONE main thing + 2-3 supporting details. Max 6 boxes.
4. Verify: Can diagram be understood WITHOUT surrounding text?

CRITICAL: Diagnosis IS the skill. Surfacing "user assumes X, but actually Y" is the value—not drawing boxes.

Quick Pick (90% of cases)