Exercise: Problem Solving Conversations
Instructions: Read the problem your friend is facing and suggest a possible solution.
1. Problem: Your friend is feeling very stressed about their upcoming exams and can't concentrate on
studying.
Question: What advice would you give them to help manage their stress and improve their focus?
2. Problem: Your classmate is having trouble making new friends at school and feels lonely.
Question: How could they approach making new friends and becoming more social?
3. Problem: Your friend wants to start exercising but doesn't know where to begin and feels
unmotivated.
Question: What steps would you suggest they take to start a workout routine?
4. Problem: Your colleague is struggling to meet deadlines at work and is feeling overwhelmed.
Question: What strategies could they use to better manage their time and workload?
5. Problem: Your neighbor is unhappy because their garden looks dull and lifeless.
Question: What ideas could you propose to help them improve their garden's appearance?
6. Problem: Your friend is considering studying abroad but is worried about the costs involved.
Question: What options can you suggest to help them manage or reduce expenses?
7. Problem: Your sibling is having difficulty understanding a subject in school and is losing confidence.
Question: What can they do to improve their understanding and regain confidence?
8. Problem: Your friend wants to eat healthier but finds it hard to resist junk food.
Question: What tips would you give them to make healthier eating choices?
9. Problem: Your classmate is feeling bored and unmotivated during the summer break.
Question: What activities or projects could they pursue to make their summer more enjoyable?
10. Problem: Your friend is anxious about an upcoming interview and fears they won't perform well.
Question: What preparation techniques could you recommend to help them feel more confident?