What percentage of a class of 30 students would agree that Mathematics is a great subject? You might answer “around 10 to 35%” and that is all. True, most kids today are not thrilled to solve Mathematical equations, not because they do not know the processes involved, but because of the lack of interest in it.
In a similar way, our daily activities do not mean 100% joy and 0% problems. At times, we have more problems than joy. Fortunately, some individuals are skilled in handling problems right. Want to know their secrets?
Well, carefree people, as some might call them, have one thing in common: optimism. This does not mean they’ve never had problems before. Try thinking of a colleague, a relative, a friend, or someone from your community who has the brightest smile at the start until the end of the day. How many times do you see that person frown? Carefree people are fun to be with because their attitude is contagious. Have you tried asking them how they carry their problems lightly? Below are their secrets:
1. Learn to control your feelings by separating negative feelings from positive thoughts. This is the first step in solving problems. Only after you have cleared your mind of unnecessary thoughts can you start solving your problems effectively.
2. Treat each problem as a challenge and an opportunity for self-improvement.
3. Forget that scapegoat attitude. Are you pointing your finger or blaming others for mishaps? Take responsibility for your mistakes. No one is perfect, so never put the blame on others.
4. Use a pen and paper, and rate the depth of the problem and possible answers to your problem. The “laws of probability” will enable you to evaluate the likelihood of resolving your problems.
5. Keep a journal and treat it as a “secret friend” who is always willing to listen to your grievances. Write your feelings freely .
6. Develop an interest or hobby, as this will help you lessen or minimize stress in your life.
7. Take time out and create variations of your daily schedule. Relax and check out the best movies in town. Travel and meet new people. You will find these activities worthwhile in the long run.
The above tips will help you optimize those positive feelings of yours. Say you are already consumed by some problems. Here are the 1-2-3 steps in achieving your problem solving:
1. Determine the root cause of the problem. If you think it is difficult, ask hundreds of why’s and what’s and you will soon find the cause.
2. Develop a strong desire to solve the problem. .
3. Think, work out your best strategy, and act for resolution
4. Review the original situation and avoid repeating the same mistakes committed beforehand.
Consider that everybody experiences lowness sometimes, but problems are only hurdles that you can usually overcome, . Problem solving is just a 1-2-3 process, and a life-sharpening experience. Hence, never ignore the situation or lock yourself in your room when a problem arises. You can learn to solve problems effectively, and quite easily with practice.
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