When solving problems, dig at the roots instead of just hacking at the leaves. - Anthony J. D'Angelo
THE BACK STORY
Do you have moments when it feels like everything’s going wrong? It can be quite overwhelming.
- Work stress
- Relationship drama
- Feeling like the odd one out in your peer group
But there's a silver lining in all of that. As tough as they may seem - these challenges actually hold some valuable lessons.
- Get to the bottom of what's really going on - beyond just covering up the problem with a band-aid.
- Tackle the main issue to find solutions that actually work.
DIGGING DEEPER FOR CHANGES
Alan and his team kept missing work deadlines - even with their best efforts.
Before: Alan kept pushing everyone to work faster. But no matter what they did - they were always behind schedule.
After: He stepped back and realized: ‘Maybe it's not about working harder - but about working smarter.’ He discovered that the challenge was in how tasks were assigned - plus all the interruptions. And he came up with a plan.
- Give everyone clear roles
- Set aside some quiet time for focused work
With those changes in place - the team was able to hit deadlines as planned.
EXPLORING FURTHER FOR ANSWERS
Liz and her partner used to argue a lot about money.
Before: Liz tried cutting back on her spending and doing side gigs. But those fights still kept happening.
After: One day, she had this lightbulb moment. She realized it wasn't just about money - but what it meant to both of them.
- The couple had a long conversation. They talked about what they wanted financially - and how they could understand each other better.
And now - disagreements about money are a thing of the past for them.
SEEKING LASTING SOLUTIONS
Tony often felt like the odd one out in his social circle.
Before: Tony tried to fit in by going out with the group more often. But he still felt like he was on the outside looking in.
After: He noticed that it wasn't about the quantity - but the quality of his time spent socializing.
- He decided to find a group that shared his love for board games. They quickly found themselves bonding over game strategies instead of small talk.
Rather than feeling like a loner - Tony discovered a circle of friends who truly understood him.
TIPS AND TECHNIQUES
Learn the power of going beyond quick fixes. Don’t just skim the surface. The next time things get tough - keep these points in mind.
- Take a step back.
- Look past the surface.
- Get to the heart of the matter.
Remember: Find practical solutions by tackling the root of your problem.
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