VISHVA SATYAM

DECIDING ON A SOLUTION If you struggle with anxiety, actually picking a solution to your problem can often seem quite difficult. However, it is important to remember that not solving a problem can lead to more anxiety than trying to solve it, no matter how anxious you feel. The following are some guidelines that can help you find the best solution to your problem. REMEMBER : The goal is to find the best solution to your problem, NOT the perfect solution. If there was a “perfect” solution, you would have already found it Will this solution fix my problem and help me reach my goals?  This guideline might seem obvious, however, it is important to make sure that your solution will help you reach your goals. For example, “work harder” as a solution to the work problem will not help you reach your goal of having less work to do in a day. How much time and effort does this solution involve?  You can expect that any solution will require some time and effort but the a...

How to Solve Daily Life Problems   Everyone has problems in life. For the most part, we are able to quickly solve them without much trouble. We either come up with a quick solution or use a strategy that worked in the past. For example, if you overslept in the morning and are going to be late for work, you might decide to call work and explain your situation while getting dressed and ready in half the usual time. Problems become more difficult when there is no obvious solution and strategies that you have tried in the past don’t work. These types of problems cause a great deal of stress and anxiety and require new and different strategies. The Steps to Solving Daily Life Problems IS THERE A PROBLEM As a first step, it is important to realize that there is a problem. Because problems can cause anxiety, many people will try to avoid, ignore or procrastinate when dealing with difficult issues in their lives. Unfortunately, avoiding your problems usual...