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Do you believe in problems?

The Dutch art of flip thinking is based on the philosophy that problems only exist in our mindset.

A problem is nothing more than a difference between reality and an idea of how things are supposed to be. Without expectations, reality is just a neutral fact.

If you stop trying to turn reality into what you want it to be, you'll often start seeing whole new opportunities.
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Wraithorn · 51-55, M
I think there is some truth in this. It seems that most problems in our lives are a result of viewing things with emotion or attachment. If we can view things entirely without emotion or attachment then the problem is a neutral fact.

In order to see reality we need to be detached. That is far easier said than done though.
Wraithorn · 51-55, M
Here is an interesting quote from a French philosopher in connection with reality.

"Attachment is the great fabricator of illusions; reality can be attained only by someone who is detached." - Simone Weil