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Problem-Solving
We all have problems to solve…
Some are large… Some are not so large.
Definitions of “problem”:
1. An opportunity for improvement
2. The difference between your current state and your goal state
3. The recognition of an imperfect present and the belief in the possibility of a better future
The Importance of a Positive Attitude
A positive attitude is necessary from the beginning! It will dictate what your outcome is and how well you adapt to your new situation.
Once We Recognize a Problem…Sometimes we go to extraordinary lengths to solve it, without making any positive impact.
Sometimes the problem returns, and we get stressed, and things aren’t any better…sometimes they’re worse.
Small problems can become big problems, and they affect all aspects of our lives.
Do I Have a Problem?
Pay attention to your feelings about the
situation: Does it feelright?
For Example…
Hot
Warm
Cold
Define your problem1. What exactly aren’t I
happy about?
2. How does this affect me?
3. Can this be changed? (Does it need to be changed?)
4. Is it a problem or a fact?
Think About How You Want Things To Be
1. How is this different from my ideal? (Do you have to define your ideal first?)
2. Be specific about how you want your outcome to be.
3. Are the steps I’ve tried before actually working?
4. How will I know when I get there?
Brainstorm Possible Solutions
1. Think of as many solutions as you can.
2. Ask others for input.
3. Don’t be closed to the idea of implementing more than one solution at a time.
4. Come up with several different solutions.
Pick a Solution (or Combination of Solutions)
1. Will this solution help me achieve my desired outcome?
2. How good or bad am I going to feel about it?
3. How much time and effort does this include? (Be realistic!)
4. Does this solution have more benefits than costs if I choose it?
5. Think up a “Plan B” in case the first solution doesn’t work.
Implement Your Solution
1. Once you choose a solution, get to work on it.
2. Give your solution time to work.
3. Don’t expect it to turn out exactly like you imagined it would.
4. Don’t worry if there are objections or other problems present.
Once things start to change…Forrest Gump
Lord of the Rings
The Chronicles of Narnia
The Harry Potter Series
Most Disney Movies
The Wizard of Oz
I Am Legend
Cider House Rules
The Time Traveler’s Wife
Fried Green Tomatoes
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
Field of Dreams
1. Other, seemingly unrelated, things may change as well.
2. People in your life may see your commitment and begin cooperating or helping.
3. “If all obstacles must first be overcome, nothing would ever be attempted.” –Samuel Johnson
4. Don’t feel “married” to your original solution.
Evaluate Your Progress1. Did it work? Did I get
the outcome I wanted?
2. Make sure the problem was actually solved.
3. Remember that an “incomplete” outcome is better than no outcome at all.
Exampleshttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDntbGRPeEU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZSk7oCNaHg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySMh1mBi3cI
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