Rethinking Thinking: The Method

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Rethinking Thinking: The Method

What if the quality of your thinking is the only thing standing between you and the life you actually want?

Rethinking Thinking: The Method is a five-module self-paced course that gives you a practical,
powerful framework for making better decisions, solving real problems, and living with more
clarity and intention — starting today.

You are smart. You work hard. You care deeply about doing the right thing.
And yet.
You still make decisions you regret. You still find yourself at 3am replaying a conversation, a choice, a moment where you knew better — and did not do better anyway.
You are not broken. Your thinking is just running on autopilot.
And autopilot was never designed for the life you are trying to build.

The Problem

Most of us were never taught how to think. We were taught what to think — what to believe, what to study, what to say. But nobody ever sat us down and said: here is how your brain actually makes decisions, here is where it goes wrong, and here is what to do about it.
That gap is expensive. It shows up in relationships that stay stuck. In careers that plateau. In decisions made from fear instead of clarity. In the quiet feeling that you are capable of more than what you are currently producing.
The good news? It is completely fixable.

Introducing the Rethink Method

The RETHINK Method is a seven-step critical thinking framework built on over a decade of research, teaching, and real-world application with executives, medical professionals, university
students, entrepreneurs, and everyday people navigating extraordinary challenges.

It is not a personality test. It is not therapy. It is not a list of motivational tips.
It is a thinking system. And it works on everything

What is inside the course

Five modules. Twenty-seven lessons. Approximately three hours of content that will change how you think for the rest of your life.

Module 1 — The Autopilot Problem

Discover why smart people make bad decisions — and meet the framework that interrupts the pattern.
Module 2 — Recognize: Your Thinking Fingerprint

Take the proprietary Thinking Fingerprint Self-Assessment and discover your unique cognitive patterns, your primary barrier, and your most powerful growth edge.
Module 3 — Examine and Test: The Assumption Audit

Surface the beliefs running your decisions without your permission — and learn to examine, test, and update them.
Module 4 — Hold and Interrogate: Thinking in Complexity

Stop collapsing into quick answers when problems get hard. Learn to hold complexity and interrogate your conclusions before you act on them.
Module 5 — Navigate and Know: The Strategic Thinker OS

Build your personal decision-making protocol — seven prompts in your own voice, for your own life, that you will use for every significant decision going forward.

WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR

This course is for you if

You are a leader, professional, entrepreneur, parent, or human being who makes decisions that affect your life and the lives of others.
You have ever made a decision and wondered later what you were thinking.
You want to stop reacting and start responding — with clarity, intention, and confidence.
You are ready to do the work. Not just consume content — actually do the work.

WHO THIS COURSE IS NOT FOR

This course is not for you if

you are looking for a quick fix, a magic formula, or someone to tell you what to do. The RETHINK Method asks you to think. If you are not ready to look at your own thinking honestly — this is not your moment yet.
Come back when you are ready. The course will be here.

meet your instructor

Dr. Ndala M. G. Booker, Ed.D.

Dr. Ndala M. G. Booker, Ed.D. is a critical thinking consultant, keynote speaker, executive
coach, and author of Rethinking Thinking: A Practical Guide for Solving Real Problems from the Boardroom to the Breakfast Table.
For over a decade she has trained medical students, corporate executives, university faculty, entrepreneurs, and community leaders to think with more clarity, decide with more confidence, and lead with more intention. Her work has taken her from corporate boardrooms to university
classrooms to stages in Trinidad, Grenada, Nigeria, and across the United States.
She built this course because she believes one thing with everything she has: The quality of your life is primarily determined by the quality of your thinking.
And she built it so that you can do something about that — starting today.

What people are saying

Attending Ndala Booker's workshop on critical thinking at the LinkUnite Nashville conference was a highlight of my experience. From the moment she began speaking, it was evident that Ndala possesses a profound intelligence and eloquence that immediately engaged the audience. Her ability to break down complex ideas into accessible, actionable insights is truly remarkable. Ndala guided us through a series of interactive exercises designed to help us sift through various types of messaging to uncover the underlying truth. These exercises were not only intellectually stimulating but also highly practical, providing us with tools we can apply in both our personal and professional lives. By encouraging us to question assumptions and evaluate information critically, Ndala empowered us to become more discerning and effective communicators. Her approach was refreshingly interactive, fostering a collaborative learning environment where participants felt comfortable sharing their thoughts and insights. This collaborative atmosphere not only enriched the workshop experience but also reinforced the importance of diverse perspectives in critical thinking. Ndala's workshop is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to enhance their critical thinking skills. Her insights are particularly relevant in today's information-saturated world, where the ability to distinguish fact from fiction is more important than ever. I left the session feeling inspired and equipped with a new set of tools to navigate the complexities of modern communication. Ndala Booker’s workshop is a must-attend for anyone seeking to improve their critical thinking abilities. Her intelligence, eloquence, and interactive teaching style make for an enlightening and empowering experience. I highly recommend learning from her at every opportunity.

Debra Pivko

Intrigue Creative, Biz Deb, Female Power Players

For the past four years, Dr. Booker has presented a 2-hour lecture for our first year, Doctor of Physical Therapy students. Dr. Booker provides content on critical thinking, diversity, and group dynamics. Her lecture is engaging, and she uses active learning strategies that promote students’ understanding of how groups work and how they can be more successful working in a group. During the pandemic, Dr. Booker was able to adapt her content to an online format and preserve her engaging delivery. Her lecture is always well received by students. It doesn’t take a village to raise a DPT. It takes... dedicated individuals like Dr. Booker.

Professor Wiliam B. Young

Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Therapy, AdventHealth University

"This past August, Dr. Booker presented a seminar on Critical Thinking for the Leadership Circle of The Waldorf School of Garden City. While frequently mentioned, Critical Thinking can often be a concept that is unclear. Dr. Booker's presentation was insightful, astute, and stimulating. Her content was presented in a thoughtful way. In discussions afterward with members of the leadership group, there was a consensus that the presentation was necessary and timely. In my opinion, we are a better leadership group after having experienced this essential thought-provoking seminar."

Nicole S. Littrean

School Administrator, Waldorf School of Garden City

"I am honored to have Dr. Ndala Booker continue to be an integral part of our curriculum advancement within the Physician Assistant Department at AdventHealth University. Since 2020, Dr. Booker has formally presented a three-part critical thinking series to our didactic students. Her content has been very well received by both students and faculty within our department."

Professor Brad Lasley

Interim Co-Department Chair, Physician Assistant Program, AdventHealth University

"Ndala Live - on behalf of the Fluent, lnc team, I want to thank you for coming to our HQ and presenting as part of our Strategy Week programming. At Fluent, we critical thinking is key to professional development and continued innovation. Because of your session, our team was able to put those words into action and offered them a space to experience it through a shared exercise. It was incredible to see how many colleagues participated in this session and had nothing but great feedback to share as a result. We take collaboration seriously as it is at the core of our success. Your session empowered individuals to reflect on how they can think differently more creative and reflect on any bias or preconceived notions before reaching a decision. Thank you!"

Matthew Conlin

Chief Customer Officer Founder, Fluent

"Everyone needs to have Ndala Live talk to their teams about critical thinking! Somos, Inc.'s team loved every minute of it and are already talking about how to apply to our everyday work and personal lives!"

Gina Perini

Chair of Board of Directors and CEO at Somos, Inc. & Chair of Board of Directors at XConnect

"Thank you for facilitating this - I wish it was an ongoing training! The session was such a fun and different way to engage with the team and get our creative juices flowing. I've been working on mapping out better thought processes within my role for strategy and efficiency and like I mentioned, I already feel some creative sparks flowing. I also appreciate your kind and engaging demeanor; it makes the presentation that much more enjoyable!"

Team Member

PALO

"Ndala Live- Thank you! I have to agree that it was amazing to see such an interest to elevate their critical thinking skills. After attending your session at the monthly DEI Consumer Consent meeting, I knew our colleagues would benefit from this interactive exercise! Looking forward to partnering with you in the future!"

Patrick Sweeney

VP, People Fluent Leader in Customer acquisition for growth-minded marketers

"Most of the time when I hear "critical thinking", I shut down. But once I knew who was speaking, I knew it would be good. Although I had noticed myself finding examples of critical thinking in my life, now I can focus even more on those skills by thinking about thinking. Thank you!"

University Student

"The framework itself to me looks a lot like a report where you need to define purpose and then have all the necessary support. I'm definitely going to incorporate more thinking about my thought process when leading group meetings. It can only help expand the minds of the team and hopefully make myself and them better in the process."

Team Member

PALO

$297

Complete course access
All five modules
Twenty-seven lessons
Meet the Instructor
The Examined Leader Workbook download
Personalized Thinking Fingerprint Report
30-minute private coaching call
90-day email access to Dr. Booker
Signed physical copy of Rethinking Thinking

$497

Complete course access
All five modules
Twenty-seven lessons
Meet the Instructor
The Examined Leader Workbook download
Personalized Thinking Fingerprint Report
30-minute private coaching call
90-day email access to Dr. Booker
Signed physical copy of Rethinking Thinking

$997

Complete course access
All five modules
Twenty-seven lessons
Meet the Instructor
The Examined Leader Workbook download
Personalized Thinking Fingerprint Report
30-minute private coaching call
90-day email access to Dr. Booker
Signed physical copy of Rethinking Thinking

$5000+

Custom organizational pricing available

If you complete the course, do all the exercises, and do not feel that your thinking has genuinely
shifted — reach out within 30 days and we will make it right. No hoops. No hassle. Just a real
conversation about what would serve you better.

ONE LAST THING

You already know something needs to change. That is why you are still reading this.
The only question is whether you are going to keep thinking about thinking differently — or
actually start.
The quality of your life is primarily determined by the quality of your thinking.
You now know what to do about that.

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