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Problem-Solving Techniques
Would you like a few good problem-solving
techniques that will increase your brain power? Do you ever run
out of good ideas, or go around in circles trying to come up
with a solution for a simple problem? Find one or two of the
problem-solving techniques below that you like, and get in the
habit of using them.
Using Your Unconscious Mind
Let your unconscious mind do your problem-solving,
using one of several techniques. First, try outlining a problem
in your mind before going to sleep, and telling your brain to
go to work. Einstein had good luck with this technique, sometimes
getting the "ah-ha" insight while shaving the next
morning. Next, instruct your mind to keep working on the problem
while you are doing other things. There is more than we know
going on inside our heads. Finally, work on problems when you
are in a drowsy state. This can result in more creative solutions.
Systematic Problem-Solving Techniques
Challenge your assumptions. For example, if you aren't making enough money
and you assume you need another job, ask "do I really need
a better job?" Maybe you can get a raise, or you can make
the job that you already have better. A business on the side
might be another option. Don't let your assumptions limit your
possible solutions.
Break big problems down into smaller ones. Buying a house is a big move
that is really a bunch of small steps. This is true of many problems.
Start by addressing all of the components of a problem individually,
and it may not seem so overwhelming. This makes it easier to
motivate yourself.
Ask three people
for their opinions and/or advice. They may have good ideas, but
in any case this helps you be sure that you are not overlooking
anything obvious.
Write down the problem. Then find another way to express it and write
that down. Continue with all the possible solutions and any ideas
that come to mind. Write EVERYTHING, then come back to it later
to pick the diamonds out of the dirt.
Change your perspective. Pretend you are very rich, very poor, a child,
a visitor from another planet. How would you see the problem
from this new perspective. Einstein imagined riding on a beam
of light to come up with his theory of relativity, so this technique
has been known to work.
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More Problem-Solving Techniques
Here's a fun one. As you drive along in
your car (or sit in your chair), randomly pick an object. Now
ask what this object might teach you about your problem. If you
are looking for a way to fire a bad employee, for example, a
mailbox might make you think of writing him a letter (and a billboard
might make you laugh). A tree might give you no ideas, and a
skinny road worker might make you think, "maybe he is just
in the wrong position, and he can do a good job elsewhere in
the company."
If you use this problem-solving technique,
you will have many silly ideas pop into your head. Don't be too
dismissive of them, as they will sometimes trigger a thought
that is more useful. This is a creative technique that you can
use anywhere. It is also great for putting driving time to good
use.
Creative
Solutions Using "What If"
is a page with a list of words. Start with "What if it was..."
and insert a word form the list to see what new insight it can
give you about your problem.
More Ways
To Solve Problems is just that.
You'll find fun problem-solving techniques here, like the "assume
the absurd" method.
Lateral
Thinking Puzzles is where you can
practice the techniques, and find some car games for the next
family trip.
Finally, I'll introduce you to more problem
solving techniques in the Brain Power
Newsletter, so be sure to sign up now, if you haven't
already.
Related Page: Increase
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