Problem or Fact of Life

"Decide if what you're facing is a problem or a fact of life. A problem is something we can do something about; a fact of life is something we must accept. If it is a true problem with a solution, then we move to the answer phase. Problems are just like knots ---- they have a process for untying. We must determine which part moves first. When that is done, then we put the process into a time frame and start developing as many options as possible. "  Fred Smith from Breakfast with Fred -- one of the greatest leadership resources I've encountered.  Add it to your toolkit!