So I've been staring at the prompts for this blog post for a solid 20 minutes and couldn't decide which one to do; they're all dumb. So I decided to do the problem-solving one, with this as my problem. One of the obstacles I fell prey to was that I was too focused on the obvious way to answer the topics. For example, I was not too keen on sharing a personal experience for this particular prompt. I solved this problem by consulting with outside sources (my friends) and they suggested I do this prompt and use choosing a prompt as my problem. Finding outside sources to help you find new ways of solving problems is one way researchers say can help. I think one barrier to good problem solving that also is not often considered is apathy. If you have no real motivation to solve the problem and no interest in it, then it is much harder to find a solution.
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I agree with the apathy part of your blog. It is much harder to find a solution to something you don't care about. But then how often do we actually have to find solutions to problems we don't care about? We usually choose to ignore those, which I'm sure you would have if it wasn't part of your grade.
i think we all deal with these types of things everyday. for the past few days my roommate and i have been talking relationships and whether it is safe to turn to an ex. looking at pros and cons, asking people outside the conversation for there opinion. i think it is so important to take your time when solving a problem. take all evidence and information to heart even if it doesn't support your side.
I agree with the apathy statement. I find that being genuinely interested in the topic or problem allows you to be much more engaged and willing to work.
I'm sorry all of the prompts were boring for you! I agree with you though, not having motivation to solve a problem can greatly interfere with solving it!