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<speak> <emphasis level="strong">Problem solving</emphasis><break strength="x-strong"/> <break strength="x-strong"/> If you are going through any problem in your life that causes stress, try to solve it by first calming yourself. You may calm yourself by using a number of relaxation techniques; we will review some of the relaxation techniques in the next session in detail. You may engage in activities that help you col down such as going for a walk on a sunny day, going for shopping, meeting friends, etc. We are likely to think about a situation more clearly when we are removed from it. <break strength="x-strong"/> Learning problem solving skills have been said to be helpful in dealing with any situation. We often become distressed when we face a challenging situation and feel helpless and hopeless about it. However, rather than being hopeless, problem solving strategies provide us with range of solution to deal with them.<break strength="x-strong"/> The following steps will guide you to problem solving technique:<break strength="x-strong"/> Step 1: Identify the problem.<break strength="x-strong"/> Be as clear and specific as possible while describing the problem. Think carefully about obstacles that hinder achievement of goals and thereby result in stress.<break strength="x-strong"/> Step 2: Consider all possible solutions.<break strength="x-strong"/> Brainstorm all possible ways to deal with the problems. Consider each and every solution no matter how insignificant or silly it may sound to you. You may review the program so far or come up with solutions on your own.<break strength="x-strong"/> </speak>