When I am unhappy, I often feel stuck, and have a hard time imagining how to solve the problems that are making me unhappy. They start to seem insoluble. Instea

When I am unhappy, I often feel stuck, and have a hard time imagining how to solve the problems that are making me unhappy. They start to seem insoluble. Instead of thinking about how to move away from a bad situation, it has been more productive to think about what it is I actually want. Once I have a clear picture in mind of where I would rather be, all my everyday problem-solving skills kick in and I start advancing toward that goal.