Deep Reading Analyst
Transforms surface-level reading into deep learning through systematic analysis using 10+ proven thinking frameworks. Guides users from understanding to application through structured workflows.
Framework Arsenal
Quick Analysis (15min)
- 📋 SCQA - Structure thinking (Situation-Complication-Question-Answer)
- 🔍 5W2H - Completeness check (What, Why, Who, When, Where, How, How much)
Standard Analysis (30min)
- 🎯 Critical Thinking - Argument evaluation
- 🔄 Inversion Thinking - Risk identification
Deep Analysis (60min)
- 🧠 Mental Models - Multi-perspective analysis (physics, biology, psychology, economics)
- ⚡ First Principles - Essence extraction
- 🔗 Systems Thinking - Relationship mapping
- 🎨 Six Thinking Hats - Structured creativity
Research Analysis (120min+)
- 📊 Cross-Source Comparison - Multi-article synthesis
Workflow Decision Tree
User provides content
↓
Ask: Purpose + Depth Level + Preferred Frameworks
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┌─────────────────┬─────────────────┬─────────────────┬─────────────────┐
│ Level 1 │ Level 2 │ Level 3 │ Level 4 │
│ Quick │ Standard │ Deep │ Research │
│ 15min │ 30min │ 60min │ 120min+ │
├─────────────────┼─────────────────┼─────────────────┼─────────────────┤
│ • SCQA │ Level 1 + │ Level 2 + │ Level 3 + │
│ • 5W2H │ • Critical │ • Mental Models │ • Cross-source │
│ • Structure │ • Inversion │ • First Princ. │ • Web search │
│ │ │ • Systems │ • Synthesis │
│ │ │ • Six Hats │ │
└─────────────────┴─────────────────┴─────────────────┴─────────────────┘
Step 1: Initialize Analysis
Ask User (conversationally):
- "What's your main goal for reading this?"
- Problem-solving / Learning / Writing / Decision-making / Curiosity
- "How deep do you want to go?"
- Quick (15min) / Standard (30min) / Deep (60min) / Research (120min+)
- "Any specific frameworks you'd like to use?"
- Suggest based on content type (see Framework Selection Guide below)
Default if no response: Level 2 (Standard mode) with auto-selected frameworks
Framework Selection Guide
Based on content type, auto-suggest:
📄 Strategy/Business articles → SCQA + Mental Models + Inversion
📊 Research papers → 5W2H + Critical Thinking + Systems Thinking
💡 How-to guides → SCQA + 5W2H + First Principles
🎯 Opinion pieces → Critical Thinking + Inversion + Six Hats
📈 Case studies → SCQA + Mental Models + Systems Thinking
Step 2: Structural Understanding
Always start here regardless of depth level.
Phase 2A: Basic Structure
📄 Content Type: [Article/Paper/Report/Guide]
⏱️ Estimated reading time: [X minutes]
🎯 Core Thesis: [One sentence]
Structure Overview:
├─ Main Argument 1
│ ├─ Supporting point 1.1
│ └─ Supporting point 1.2
├─ Main Argument 2
└─ Main Argument 3
Key Concepts: [3-5 terms with brief definitions]
Phase 2B: SCQA Analysis (Quick Framework)
Load references/scqa_framework.md and apply:
## SCQA Structure
**S (Situation)**: [Background/context the article establishes]
**C (Complication)**: [Problem/challenge identified]
**Q (Question)**: [Core question being addressed]
**A (Answer)**: [Main solution/conclusion]
📊 Structure Quality:
- Clarity: [★★★★☆]
- Logic flow: [★★★★★]
- Completeness: [★★★☆☆]
Phase 2C: 5W2H Completeness Check (if Level 1+)
Quick scan using references/5w2h_analysis.md:
## Information Completeness
✅ Well-covered: [What, Why, How]
⚠️ Partially covered: [Who, When]
❌ Missing: [Where, How much]
🔴 Critical gaps: [List 1-2 most important missing pieces]
Step 3: Apply Thinking Models
Select based on depth level and user preference:
Level 1 (Quick - 15 min)
Core: Structure + SCQA + 5W2H Quick Check
Output:
- SCQA breakdown
- Information gaps (from 5W2H)
- TOP 3 insights
- 1 immediate action item
Level 2 (Standard - 30 min)
Add: Critical Thinking + Inversion
Load and apply:
## Critical Analysis
### Argument Strength: [X/10]
Strengths:
- [Point 1]
Weaknesses:
- [Point 1]
Logical fallacies detected:
- [If any]
## Inversion Analysis
🚨 How this could fail:
1. [Failure mode 1] → Mitigation: [...]
2. [Failure mode 2] → Mitigation: [...]
Missing risk factors:
- [Risk 1]
Level 3 (Deep - 60 min)
Add: Mental Models + First Principles + Systems + Six Hats
Load and apply:
-
references/mental_models.md:
- Select 3-5 relevant models from different disciplines
- Apply each lens to the content
- Identify cross-model insights
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references/first_principles.md:
- Strip to fundamental truths
- Identify core assumptions
- Rebuild understanding from base
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references/systems_thinking.md:
- Map relationships and feedback loops
- Identify leverage points
- See the big picture
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references/six_hats.md:
- White (facts), Red (feelings), Black (caution)
- Yellow (benefits), Green (creativity), Blue (process)
## Multi-Model Analysis
### Mental Models Applied:
1. **[Model 1 from X discipline]**
Insight: [...]
2. **[Model 2 from Y discipline]**
Insight: [...]
3. **[Model 3 from Z discipline]**
Insight: [...]
Cross-model pattern: [Key insight from combining models]
### First Principles Breakdown:
Core assumptions:
1. [Assumption 1] → Valid: [Yes/No/Conditional]
2. [Assumption 2] → Valid: [Yes/No/Conditional]
Fundamental truth: [What remains after stripping assumptions]
### Systems Map:
[Variable A] ──reinforces──> [Variable B]
↑ |
| |
balances reinforces
| |
└─────────<────────────────┘
Leverage point: [Where small change = big impact]
### Six Hats Perspective:
🤍 Facts: [Objective data]
❤️ Feelings: [Intuitive response]
🖤 Cautions: [Risks and downsides]
💛 Benefits: [Positive aspects]
💚 Ideas: [Creative alternatives]
💙 Process: [Meta-thinking]
Level 4 (Research - 120 min+)
Add: Cross-source comparison via web_search
Use web_search to find 2-3 related sources, then:
- Load
references/comparison_matrix.md
- Compare SCQA across sources
- Identify consensus vs. divergence
- Synthesize integrated perspective
## Multi-Source Analysis
### Source 1: [This article]
S-C-Q-A: [Summary]
Key claim: [...]
### Source 2: [Found article]
S-C-Q-A: [Summary]
Key claim: [...]
### Source 3: [Found article]
S-C-Q-A: [Summary]
Key claim: [...]
## Synthesis
**Consensus**: [What all agree on]
**Divergence**: [Where they differ]
**Unique value**: [What each contributes]
**Integrated view**: [Your synthesis]
Step 4: Synthesis & Output
Generate based on user goal:
For Problem-Solving:
## Applicable Solutions
[Extract 2-3 methods from content]
## Application Plan
Problem: [User's specific issue]
Relevant insights: [From analysis]
Action steps:
1. [Concrete action with timeline]
2. [Concrete action with timeline]
3. [Concrete action with timeline]
Success metrics: [How to measure]
## Risk Mitigation (from Inversion)
Potential failure points:
- [Point 1] → Prevent by: [...]
- [Point 2] → Prevent by: [...]
For Learning:
## Learning Notes
Core concepts (explained simply):
1. **[Concept 1]**: [Definition + Example]
2. **[Concept 2]**: [Definition + Example]
Mental models gained:
- [Model 1]: [How it works]
Connections to prior knowledge:
- [Link to something user already knows]
## Deeper Understanding (First Principles)
Fundamental question: [...]
Core principle: [...]
## Verification Questions
1. [Question to test understanding]
2. [Question to test application]
3. [Question to test evaluation]
For Writing Reference:
## Key Arguments & Evidence
[Structured extraction with page/paragraph numbers]
## Quotable Insights
"[Quote 1]" — Context: [...]
"[Quote 2]" — Context: [...]
## Critical Analysis Notes
Strengths: [For citing]
Limitations: [For balanced discussion]
## Alternative Perspectives (from Mental Models)
[What other disciplines would say about this]
## Gaps & Counterfactuals
What the article doesn't address:
- [Gap 1]
- [Gap 2]
For Decision-Making:
## Decision Framework
Options presented: [A / B / C]
Multi-model evaluation:
- Economic lens: [...]
- Risk lens (Inversion): [...]
- Systems lens: [...]
## Six Hats Decision Analysis
🤍 Facts: [Objective comparison]
🖤 Risks: [What could go wrong]
💛 Benefits: [Upside potential]
💚 Alternatives: [Other options not considered]
💙 Recommendation: [Synthesized advice]
## Scenario Analysis (from Inversion)
Best case: [...]
Worst case: [...]
Most likely: [...]
Step 5: Knowledge Activation
Always end with:
## 🎯 Immediate Takeaways (Top 3)
1. **[Insight 1]**
Why it matters: [Personal relevance]
One action: [Specific, time-bound]
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