What do you do if you're facing common obstacles to effective problem solving?

Todos começo identificando claramente o problema em questão. Recomendo dividir em partes menores para torná-lo mais manejável, se possível e busque diferentes perspectivas conversando com outras pessoas envolvidas. Utilize técnicas como brainstorming e análise de causa raiz para explorar soluções. Experimente abordagens alternativas e persista, pois resolver problemas pode demandar tempo e esforço. Não hesitar em adaptar uma abordagem conforme necessário e claro, mantenha-se focado no objetivo final.

My grandfather would say, take a step back. Go for a walk. Let yourself settle. Make space for a fresh perspective to emerge. And when you feel ready, come back to the problem and see if it looks different. What might get in the way of our natural problem-solving ability? We have an innocent habit of overthinking and overanalyzing problems which overloads and overwhelms our minds. When we notice that we are doing this to ourselves, it's easier to slow down and let go for a bit. The key is to notice that we do this to ourselves. We have the best problem-solving ability built into our divine engineering. We can access our deeper innate wisdom. We access it through thought and experience it through our consciousness.

I work out what’s holding me back by asking myself what I’m afraid of happening. Sometimes surprisingly the answer to that question reveals a fear of success, a fear of being seen, a fear of being judged or a fear of not being good enough. When you get specific about the cause of the problem you’re trying to overcome, you can work on taking more specific action to overcome it, or gain exposure to it as to lessen it.

Don't be afraid of admitting what you don't know, then find the people that know. You'll get to the solution faster and likely a more informed solution instead of spinning your wheels on your own.

Effective problem-solving is a critical skill in various aspects of life, including work, relationships, and personal growth. However, several common barriers can hinder the problem-solving process. Identifying these barriers is the first step in overcoming them. Here are few steps to consider: 1.Define the problem clearly. 2.Gather relevant data. 3.Generate multiple solutions. 4.Evaluate and select the best solution. 6.Implement and monitor the solution. 7.Learn and improve. Be the first to add your personal experience.