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#5. Identify problematic patterns.

#5. Identify problematic patterns.

When you sit down and acknowledge your problems, especially without blaming others, you may recognize some patterns in your behavior that lead to challenges. Identifying any patterns that lead to problems may help you more effectively deal with them.

• List anything that causes you problems. For example, “paying bills on time” or “excelling at work/ school.”

• Figure out what you have the power to change, which can help you start dealing with the problem.

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Every person has problems: even the wealthiest individual on the globe has challenges in life. There are times when problems feel overwhelming and like you might not be able to get past them. But by taking responsibility for your problems and setting a path to correct them in a constructive way, you can deal with any problems that come your way.

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