ABSTRACT
Distinguishing the nature of the principal cognitive systems as eitherrational or intuitive organizes their respective processes as predomi-nantly analytical or predominantly synthesistic. Rather than dichotomous, however, this distinction should suggest complementary interdependence through parallel and integrative processes. It is important to remember that even this approach is an overly simple way to distinguish the complex cognitive patterns of the human mind. Certainly, in terms of identifying specific locations, or in terms of mapping the interaction of rational and intuitive processes, a dual system of this nature cannot tell the whole story. However, this kind of organizing framework does facilitate discussion and comprehension if one thinks in terms of both/and — two kinds of processing operating together in synchrony and in complementary ways.
