Discussing Problem Solving#

Distress ToleranceWeek 2
  • Pros & Cons#

    Pros of problem-solving Cons of problem-solving
    Receiving other opinions, ideas & different perspectives Too many options; hard to decide first steps/optimal solutions
    Learning to think outside of the box Hard to work out what the problem is
    Thinking more logically - using Wise Mind Guilt, shame, or other difficult emotions surrounding the decision or the situation
    Enables change Regret
    Builds a template for future problems Out of comfort zone
    Minimises distress Can take time; sometimes the problem isn’t fixable in the moment
    Increases confidence Solving the problem can sometimes feel worse in the moment
    Helps to identify triggers Delays
    Avoids black & white thinking Trusting myself
    Improves support from self & others Trusting others
    Helps to vocalise difficulties
    Learn to be proactive
    Helps you to understand your own options & values
    Control
    Sense of relief
  • What might we need?#


    What might get in the way?#

    • Emotions
    • Intrusive thoughts
    • Other people
    • Bureaucracy
    • Missing information
    • Shameful of the problem
    • Pride/denial
    • Self-judgement
    • Acknowledgement of the problem
    • Knowing what the problem is
    • Being in emotional mind
    • Dissociation
    • Fear of the unknown
    • Time
    • Regret