It’s important to resist the urge to jump straight into solving the issue until you fully understand the problem at hand. Take the time to listen to your partner until they have stated the whole problem. By doing so, you’ll be better equipped to find a solution that truly addresses the issue and meets both […]
Are you solving the real problem? Read More »
We won’t find a solution by telling ourselves that there is no problem. That thinking “There shouldn’t be a problem, so there is no problem, so we don’t have to deal with this” keeps us in a rut. And things can potentially get even worse. There’s something going on that is problematic for us. We
You cannot solve a problem you are not willing to have. Read More »
While ultimately the goal is to have a better future, the process of getting there can make a huge difference. In the problem-solving model, we often get stuck by thinking and talking about a situation in a problem-focused way, paying much attention to the (causes in the) unwanted past. This can be demoralizing, and then
Not problem-solving, rather solution-finding. Read More »
