Hi all,

Vianna and School Counsellor (Janet Duncan)

I said goodbye to Vianna Renaud, counselling student from Q.U.B who completed her Advanced Diploma in Counselling and has gone to work in England. I wish her all the best!

Here is a simple model to help you look at your problems in a positive way.

5 Step Problem Solving Model

Step 1
Try to figure out what is really getting under your skin. Once you figure it out, don't waste your time freaking out on what could or may not happen in the future. The most important thing is to stay focused on right now. How are you feeling? What can be changed?

Step 2
Look at all of your possible options. If you are having problems coming up with choices, talk to someone you trust like a family member, teacher, friend, or School Counsellor.

Step 3
Set realistic goals for yourself and in doing so, make sure to plan ahead.

Step 4
Focus on the positive! You've already achieved many things; don't think about the negative. If things haven't gone to plan, ask yourself what you have learned from the experience.

Step 5
Try, try, try again! Pat yourself on the back, then try another time. Welcome to the wonderful world of growing up.