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"It's not
that I'm so smart , it's just that I stay with problems
longer."
~Albert Einstein
Good morning! When I saw this quote, I immediately
wondered if perhaps, that is the definition of "smart" -
staying with the problem until the answer is found.
Maybe many of us who "look smart" don't necessarily
grasp things more quickly, or have a natural knack, but
have persistence and perseverance. I love that Einstein,
one of the greatest minds of all time, was the one
credited with this statement.
Although I am far from Einstein, I could relate to this
quote. Many people have asked how I have overcome
certain obstacles or created certain processes. It
certainly wasn't a stroke of genius or brilliance or a
light bulb flash above my head. But it was "staying with
the problem longer." I know inherently that every
problem must have a solution. Our commitment to
discovering that solution is what makes the difference.
As we learn to problem solve, our problem-solving skills
develop and become stronger. The only thought-pattern
required to implementing positive problem-solving skills
in your own life is a curious mind and the belief that
each problem must have a solution.
Your Turn:
Work on increasing your problem-solving skills. Instead
of shrinking away from a challenge or problem, realize
that each challenge or problem does have a solution -
become a detective with the aim of uncovering it. Some
solutions can be discovered in a day, some may take
months - but the solutions are there. Try writing down a
problem you are facing. Then ask yourself questions to
begin exploring solutions. Some questions you might try
include: How did this problem come into being? Who do I
know that might be able to give me ideas or strategies
for solving this problem? What would the answer/solution
look like? What steps are needed to get that answer or
solution? What role did I play in the creation of this
problem and if I reversed my actions/thought patterns,
would that impact a solution? What are 5 crazy solutions
I can dream up? (Brainstorming quick lists --no matter
how outrageous-- helps us become creative in our
approach and solution focused).
Your Affirmation:
For every challenge or problem, I know there is a
solution. I also know that I can find it.
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