“A problem is a chance for you to do your best.” -Duke Ellington
I am a problem solver. I always have been. I love a good challenge. The feeling you get when you realize you unknotted a tricky situation is exhilirating.
I suppose that’s why I’ve always enjoyed playing games. There are many opportunities for problem solving in any game. It’s true with teaching, too. When i was a museum educator, there were always problems to be resolved- group logistics, materials, workshops to be developed. My current job has more non-obvious problems on any given day than all of the Myst games put together.
I guess that’s why I love my job!
“Accomplishing the impossible means only that the boss will add it to your regular duties.” -Doug Larson
The problem with viewing every problem as a challenge and being unwilling to back down from a challenge is that people notice this. And once they notice you face every challenge head on victoriously, they start throwing more challenges at you. It’s really not so bad for one who enjoys a good challenge, but it’s amazing how it’s now expected that if something just goes boom in a big way, everyone assumes I’ll be able to fix it, or find a suitable solution that benefits everyone involved.
It’s always fun to have a reputation. It’s just challenging when you realize you’re going to have to live up to said reputation.
