Negative Divisions Quote by Maurice Nicoll
““will now have to divide certain centres into positive and negative divisions, first of all, and then fill in, here and there, at present only some of the subdivisions, giving approximate definitions of their functions. Let us begin with the Intellectual Centre. Note.—Only the Moving Part of the Intellectual Centre is in any detail charted in this diagram. Note here the difference between Emotional Part of Moving Part of Intellectual Centre and the Emotional Part of Intellectual Centre as a whole. Notice what is meant.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Psychological Types, Maurice Nicoll, 1936
The passage outlines a method for categorizing mental functions into positive and negative aspects, then progressively mapping their roles, starting with the Intellectual Centre and distinguishing its moving and emotional components.
In simple terms: It describes a step‑by‑step way to split and label parts of the mind.
Key Takeaway
Map and label mental functions gradually.
Themes
psychology
mind mapping
self‑analysis
Mood
analytical
inquisitive
Type
theoretical
instructional
When to use this quote
- personal therapy
- educational curricula
- organizational design
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
cognitive segmentation
emotional differentiation
functional hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you apply this division to your own thought patterns?
- What benefits arise from distinguishing moving versus static mental parts?
A Different Perspective
Complex mental models may oversimplify fluid cognition.
