Put others in your shoes

Most of us are able to think clearly most of the time, and suggest solutions for others' problems. When it is our problem, we have our emotions affecting our clear thinking. We also get extremely cautious because, we have to deal with the repercussions and they all seem bigger when it is ours. For these reasons, it is best for us to try to separate us from the problem for a short while. Then, view and analyze the problem from a third person's standpoint. This will provide clear solutions - the best that we can come up with given the circumstances. How hard is it to separate one from a problem situation? It is harder to do than to say. But, it is possible. Like anything else, the more we practice this, the better we can get at it. It is easier to start practicing this with smaller problems.