The Power of Reframing Everyday
March 31, 2025
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At Better Problems, we believe in the power of reframing. Every day, we're faced with challenges, questions, and decisions that shape the course of our lives and the world around us. What if we could approach each of these moments not as obstacles, but as opportunities to ask better questions? To reframe the way we think, feel, and act? Reframing is not about seeking perfect answers or rigid solutions — it's about being open to new perspectives, challenging assumptions, and embracing the complexity of human experience.
Reframing is Radical, Not Easy.
It requires the courage to look at familiar things in unfamiliar ways. To question the status quo and explore the grey areas. It means rejecting the temptation to accept things as they are and, instead, pushing the boundaries of how we think about the world. This is not about creating more answers — it's about creating better questions.
Reframing is about Perspective, Not Perfection.
We live in a world obsessed with perfection — where every solution is framed as a final answer. Reframing asks us to embrace imperfection, to appreciate the journey of learning rather than simply reaching the destination. It teaches us that the pursuit of progress is not about a linear path but an ongoing conversation with ourselves, each other, and the world.
Reframing is Human-Centered, Not Just Logical.
At Better Problems, we understand that framing a problem is as much about empathy as it is about logic. Reframing asks us to consider not just the facts, but the feelings, histories, and experiences that shape our perceptions. It's about seeing beyond the surface, considering the context, and deeply understanding the people who are affected by the issues at hand.
Reframing is Cross-Disciplinary, Not Isolated.
We believe that the best solutions come from diverse viewpoints, backgrounds, and fields of study. Reframing invites us to step out of our silos and approach problems from multiple angles — whether that's through design, technology, art, culture, or business. The richness of diverse thought and experience allows us to rethink what's possible and reshape the very problems we face.
Reframing is Future-Focused, Not Nostalgic.
While it's important to learn from the past, reframing asks us to look forward. It pushes us to imagine a world not bound by previous mistakes or limitations but one where we can innovate, iterate, and evolve. Reframing requires us to let go of outdated assumptions and embrace the unknown future with curiosity and hope.
Reframing is for Everyone, Not Just the Experts.
The power of reframing is not confined to the ivory towers of academia or the boardrooms of corporations. It's for everyone — whether you're a student, a teacher, a designer, or a factory worker. We all have the capacity to ask better questions and reframe the problems in our lives. It starts with a willingness to challenge ourselves and, in turn, challenge the world.
Reframing is Continuous, Not a One-Time Act.
To reframe is to recognize that life is fluid, and our understanding of it should be too. It's a continuous practice — a mindset that shifts as we grow, learn, and experience. Reframing doesn't end once we find an answer. It's a cycle, a rhythm of reflection and rethinking that keeps us adaptable in an ever-changing world.
At Better Problems, we're not afraid to question everything — our work, our assumptions, and even ourselves. We're here to help shift the conversation. To ask questions that matter. To embrace ambiguity and complexity, knowing that every answer will lead to new questions. The world is full of problems, but we believe it's the way we ask them that truly defines the future. So let's reframe. Let's ask better questions. Let's see things differently. Every single day.