Sideways

Use Sideways for unexpected questions and lateral thinking prompts to break through mental blocks.

Install

Remote server: your requests and data go to usesideways.com. Claude Code: claude mcp add --transport http sideways https://usesideways.com/mcp · Claude app: Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector.

What it can do

The tools this server listed when we connected to it, in its own words.

• get-sideways-strategy-category-reframe — Get a random Reframe strategy. Use when stuck in a single way of thinking, facing opposition, or need to see the problem from a completely d
• get-sideways-strategy-category-reduce — Get a random Reduce strategy. Use when overwhelmed by complexity, dealing with too many options, or when clarity is needed. Best for cutting
• get-sideways-strategy-category-expand — Get a random Expand strategy. Use when solutions feel too minimal, when avoiding decisions, or when there's room to explore more possibiliti
• get-sideways-strategy-category-disrupt — Get a random Disrupt strategy. Use when stuck in safe patterns, avoiding risk, or when work feels too polished or predictable. Best for inje
• get-sideways-strategy-category-embody — Get a random Embody strategy. Use when too much in your head, experiencing physical tension, or disconnected from intuition. Best for ground
• get-sideways-strategy-category-pause — Get a random Pause strategy. Use when rushing, feeling frantic, or unable to see the forest for the trees. Best for gaining clarity through

KitScout test notes

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