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We are already halfway through our Quick Tip Week. In taking a break in the middle of the week to refresh and rest, I plug along this journey with a stop in the miscellaneous category.
Quick Tip #4: Step Away from the Problem
In planning and organizing, I get stumped all the time. From trying to fit items into a container to choosing menu items for the week, I could waste a lot of time trying to come up with answers.
Knowing that problems will arise, I work towards a solution. When the solution does not come after a few attempts, I step away from the problem. During these times, I might do the following:
- Take a walk
- Start the next item on my To Do list
- Clean or pickup a room
By replacing my time with something profitable, I give my creative juices a rest, work on another task, and return with a fresh perspective.
In using time wisely, take a step away from the problem and come back when you can focus without distractions. Happy solving!
Question: How do you handle problems?