Let’s face it; problems can really suck. When things are going wrong, it can have a really negative impact on how we feel – and make us feel depressed, down trodden or frustrated. However, problem solving can help you counter these sorts of crappy feelings. That’s because when you’re willing and able to solve a problem you look at things from a completely different perspective – you’re focused on what you can do, instead of on the things that are out of your control.
Not every problem is 100% solve-able, and sometimes there’s very little you can do. But even with more challenging problems, making an attempt at solving them can have a positive impact on your happiness.
At the very least, you can always feel satisfied that you’ve done what you can. No matter your level of success, problem solving helps you feel in control.