Problem-solving often involves a combination of both

Identifying and attacking a problem is a complex and three-dimensional process.

It takes both critical and creative thinking to effectively solve a problem.

Problem-solving - when information is gathered, analyzed, and considered. 

Difficult to get right, yet this process is a key input into decision making, for both major issues and daily ones.

Philosophy teaches us to question assumptions and think logically, which is essential for effective problem-solving. Applying philosophical methods to problems, whether personal or political, can lead to more innovative and sustainable solutions.