NEW TOPIC: OVERCOMING OBSTACLES

Problem Solving
Be a detective. Try using this problem-solving method to figure out what is making it hard for
you to do activities, and then to get past the obstacles.

Step 1: Identify the Problems
Tell yourself out loud or in your head what is
getting in your way
I would have done it BUT
I cant do it BECASE
1. I would have done an activity after
work but I worked late and didnt have
time.
2.
Step 2: How can you overcome the obstacles?
Think about all the possible solutions to the
problems. Dont think about whether the
solutions are good or bad, possible or not.
1. Do an activity that doesnt take a lot of
time. You could:
Call a friend to plan an activity
for another day
Watch your favorite movie
Go for a walk
Read a book or the newspaper
Take a warm bath before bed
2.

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Step 3 Choose the solution that is best for you, even if it isnt perfect. Or combine two or
three of your ideas.
Step 4 Try the solution and see if it works.
Step 5 If the solution doesnt work, choose a different solution and try it.