I think some people are using Claude to avoid thinking, not to think better

A developer observes that some individuals use Claude to avoid critical thinking rather than to enhance it. They note that it's easy to immediately input a problem into Claude and accept the first plausible answer, often without attempting to solve it independently. To counteract this, the developer now outlines their own approach first, then uses Claude to identify flaws in their reasoning. This method fosters learning from the interaction, transforming Claude into a thinking partner rather than a replacement for independent thought.

This developer's account uniquely details a personal workflow change, shifting from using Claude as a solution-provider to a tool for refining one's own reasoning.