Solve Problems

There is no better way to practice your critical thinking skills than by applying the ABC Method of Self-Management, for example:

A=Actual event: “I have my first math test tomorrow and I’m so nervous that I’m having trouble concentrating. I always did well in math but, it’s been so many years since my last course that I feel like I’ve had to relearn it all over again.”

B=Beliefs: “Returning to school after years working isn’t as easy as I thought it would be. I had hoped I could pick up where I left off.”

C=Challenge: “I need a good grade in this course in order to stay in my program. I’ve worked so hard to get to this point; I can’t let myself down now.”

“I know that lots of students struggle initially with math concepts. The more I review the material, the clearer it will be. I have more distractions to deal with today than I did years ago, but I’ve learned to focus, organize, and juggle all my responsibilities.”

“I’m energized because I’m excited to be back in college, and I’m not going to let fear of one or two classes cause me to doubt my goals. I’ve learned to critically think and creatively solve problems in real life, and these skills will help me succeed in math and science.”

Practice the ABC Method of Self-Management

Complete Worksheet 10.1 in your text, or develop a related scenario using the ABC Template (24.0K)