Problems solved create space for further change.
In the Humanet model, this dimension describes the moment when previous sources of stress, chaos or tension have been largely brought under control, so that a person may regain more energy, control and space for development.
What are problems solved?
Problems solved means that the difficulties that used to dominate everyday life have been at least partly resolved, contained or significantly weakened. The person is no longer using most of their energy simply to survive or keep the situation from falling apart.
This does not mean that everything has become easy. It means rather that the main sources of overload are less overwhelming, which creates more room for reflection, decision-making and building new ways of functioning.
What does this dimension assess?
The problems-solved dimension shows to what extent earlier sources of burden have been reduced enough to stop dominating daily functioning.
- the degree to which previous problems have been resolved or stabilised,
- reduced intensity of chaos, overload or recurring crises,
- greater access to energy and attention for further change,
- the sense that the situation has become more manageable,
- whether daily functioning is less consumed by constant firefighting,
- the emergence of a more stable basis for development and consolidation.
Meaning in the change process
Solved problems are important because they reduce the burden that blocks development. When earlier sources of tension stop dominating daily life, a person can shift from mere coping to more conscious and constructive change work.
At the same time, this condition should not be treated as the final stage. Resolving problems creates room for further work, but sustainable change still requires insight, practice and consolidation of new ways of functioning.