Monday, October 7, 2024

Blame Is Not Your Problem

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It's irksome to get blamed for a problem. That can raise emotions that make solving the problem even more difficult. If we can center ourselves first, breathe, and release the blame, maybe we can see what path to take.

We can solve the problem.

Getting blamed for a problem we didn't create doesn't prevent us from solving it.

Let go of the blame, wherever it came from.

-- doug smith

 

Action Step:

The next time you catch yourself blaming anyone for anything, just let go of the blame. 

Sunday, October 6, 2024

Peace With Temporary Solutions

 

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As a recovering perfectionist, I've tried to make peace with temporary solutions. I do still want everything to be perfect (and to STAY that way) while also learning that even my best ideas are transitional at best. Things will change. I will change. You will change. Our ideas and solutions will also need to change.

If we can stop thinking that solutions are final our problems won't seem so troubling.

Because whatever we don't solve NOW can still be solved later. 

Add a little kaizen to your solution and let it breathe.

What do you think?

-- doug smith


Action Step:

In your next action plan, consider adding a step for continuous improvement. 

Blame Is Not Your Problem