Lesson 5: Applying Problem Solving Techniques

By: Therese Ong


Here are techniques I learned based from the readings in problem solving. These are six techniques that will be useful with problems that our complex and not straight to the point. All of us have problem solving techniques on our own but sometimes, because of the stress and pressures in our daily life, we tend to forget and panic with situations that we think we cannot solve anymore.

1. Relax. This will free your mind and give room for new thoughts.
2. Find a place to think. This should be a place where there are no interruptions.
3. Talk to other people about ideas. Find people that stimulate you to think.
4. Ask for suggestions about the problem. Share your problems and be open, but don't be too dependent on suggestions.
5. Read. Keep track on new thoughts through reading.
6. Protect yourself from idea killers. Don't let yourself or others negatively evaluate your ideas.