Relationships Quote by Edwin H. Friedman
““The second attribute of imaginatively gridlocked relationship systems is a continual search for new answers to old questions rather than an effort to reframe the questions themselves. In the search for the solution to any problem, questions are always more important than answers because the way one frames the question, or the problem, already predetermines the range of answers one can conceive in response. The critical difference between””
About This Quote
Focusing on reframing questions expands possible solutions, while searching for new answers to old questions limits thinking.
In simple terms: Reframe questions to broaden solutions.
Key Takeaway
Change how you ask to unlock new answers.
Themes
creativity
problem solving
mindset
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- personal growth
- research
- conflict resolution
- design thinking
Key Concepts
cognitive framing
questioning
innovation
Questions to Reflect On
- How could changing the question change the answer?
- What assumptions are hidden in your current question?
A Different Perspective
If you keep asking the same question, you may miss better alternatives.
