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Many times when it comes to credit card debt, people do not like to recognize the problem. In 12 step programs like Alcoholics Anonymous. the first step is always to just recognize and admit that you have a problem. And, this is very often the biggest obstacle for someone who sees their credit card debt beginning to take over their lives.
"The Problem Solving Process". This is a systematic method for solving problems that you always use to go from the starting point where the problem is to the ending point where the problem is resolved. There are six basic steps to the problem solving process and none of them can be skipped. They are...
- Recognize the problem
- Define the problem
- Propose solutions
- Identify risks and costs
- Select the best solution
- Implement the solution
This process always works because there is no room for emotions, excuses or procrastination. You step from the first phase to the last in prompt fashion and the problem becomes solved. The purpose of this is to get you to understand this process and apply it to eliminating your debt. Step through each process and before you know it, you can and will be debt free. |