In this work, the aspects of interaction with neural networks that are positive for the development of human cognitive abilities are considered. The thesis is proven that working with prompts organizes rational skills: analytics, logic, discrete operations; helps the formation of intentionality and understanding of the contextual boundaries of the task. The concern is expressed about the possibility of growth of the following threats and risks: of habitualizing linear thinking, of assimilating the user’s cognitive skills to the logic of the program (it carries the potential danger of dehumanizing the intellect); of loss of decision making skills and responsibility for decisions, of emotional involvement in processes. It is postulated that it becomes important to use the diversity of cognitive optics, mastery of various techniques of cognition, and achieving a balance between ways of grasping reality. The specificity of clip thinking (a special form for “capture of reality”) is analyzed; its positive and negative aspects are highlighted. The conclusion has been made about the advantage of synthesizing cognitive skills of interaction with neural networks and nonlinear, clip perception.