6 ways to improve the ability to solve problems

1. Concentrate on the solution, not on the problem.
   Neuroscientists have proved: the brain can not find a solution if you are obsessed with the problem. This is due to the fact that when you focus on the problem, you, in fact, feed "negativity", which in turn activates negative emotions in the mind.

Do not "ignore the difficulty" - instead try and stay calm. This helps to understand the problem first, and then switches to finding a solution instead of whining about what went wrong and who is to blame.

1. Be objective.
   Try and consider all the "possible solutions" - even if, at first glance, they seem ridiculous. To start creative thinking, which can prompt possible solutions, it is important not to give up one idea right away.

Any idea is good, it stimulates creative thinking during brainstorming and other methods of problem solving. Whatever you do, do not ridicule "stupid decisions", as often delusions suggest more effective options.

1. Judge the problem impartially.
   Try not to perceive the problem as something terrible! If you think about what the problem is? It's just a reaction to the situation. The problem tells you that at the moment something is not working, and that you need to find a new solution. Therefore, try to solve problems impartially, without any evaluation. If you are fixated on the label "problem", it can cause negative thoughts and prevent sudden emergence of possible solutions.

2. Think abstractly.
   Change the "direction" of your thoughts, with the help of abstract thinking. Concentrate on the statement: "Digging one and the same pit deeper, you can not dig a hole elsewhere." Try to change the approach and look at things in a new way. You can try to look at your goals from an absolutely opposite point of view. Even if this seems stupid, a new and original approach generally encourages the adoption of an original solution.

3. Speak the language that provides the opportunity.
   Think phrases: "what if ..." and "imagine if ...". These expressions give our minds the ability to think creatively and stimulate new solutions. Avoid using closed, negative statements, for example: "I do not think that ..." or "This is not right, but ...".

4. Simplify everything.
   As with intelligent beings, we tend to do things more difficult than it should be. Try to simplify your problem by generalizing it. Remove the parts and return to the main one. Try to find a really simple, obvious solution - the result may surprise you!
   And we all know that simple ideas are often the most productive.