How do you deal with what you believe is a problem? Do you dwell on the issue and continue to think in circles? That’s obsessing vs problem solving.
What process, skills, do you use to evaluate any situation so you can make a wise decision? Have you gathered all the facts that are available to you about the situation/event?
Do you look at this event/situation with clear thinking in the present moment? A similar situation may have happened in the past and you are thinking the results will be the same this time. Just because something happened in the past does not necessarily mean it will happen again this time.
Use your Cognitive Behavioral skills. Gather facts using Reflect and Ask method.
Learn to Problem Solve vs assuming. Learn to be calm, confident and peaceful to achieve the results you think are most helpful.
Remember: You have a say in this decision. Use appropriate and helpful skills to reach a factual and wise solution. You Decide.
Learn Cognitive Behavioral Skills to:
Communicate Effectively
Problem Solve
Team Play/Work