Recently I attended a conference and one of the guest speakers talked about 'How to become a better problem solver'. I would like to share some of his insights that made so much sense to me and really changed my approach to problems. Here we go:
- Choose a positive mindset. Rephrase the problem as a challenge and say it out loud. It makes such a difference in how you see the "problem" when you hear yourself talking about it as a challenge. It unleash motivation and energy to tackle it. Then just do it.
- See and accept that problems prepare you for your purpose, for you calling, for a next season in your life. They do not just happen. There is a reason behind every "problem". Look at them as an opportunity. We learn more from difficult times than good times.
- Ask for wisdom. God gives wisdom liberally and without approach - James 1:5.
- Ask others for help. Smart people have learned to ask for help. Asking others says something about your own humility and makes others feel important and valued.
- Lastly, face reality and accept it. Admit that there is a problem. Do not wish it away, do not ignore it, to not postpone it. It will not disappear if you dig your head in the ground like an ostrich. Face it.