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solution-focused thinking

[səˈluːʃən ˈfoʊkəst ˈθɪŋkɪŋ]
noun
pensamento orientado para soluções
1. A problem-solving approach that emphasizes identifying and building upon existing strengths and resources rather than focusing on problems and deficits
Solution-focused thinking helped the team move past blame and toward actionable results.
O pensamento orientado para soluções ajudou a equipe a sair da culpa e chegar a resultados acionáveis.
2. A cognitive framework used in therapy and coaching that concentrates on desired outcomes and practical steps to achieve them
The therapist used solution-focused thinking to help the client identify concrete goals.
O terapeuta usou o pensamento orientado para soluções para ajudar o cliente a identificar objetivos concretos.
Synonyms
outcome-focused thinkinggoal-oriented approachpositive problem-solvingstrengths-based thinking
Antonyms
problem-focused thinkingdeficit-based thinkingblame-oriented approach

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
pensamento orientado para soluções
Standard usage in Brazilian psychology and coaching contexts
São Paulo
pensamento focado em soluções
Common alternative phrasing in business and corporate coaching
Portugal
pensamento orientado para soluções
Standard European Portuguese usage in therapeutic and professional contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

focus on what works
look forward, not backward
build on strengths
future-oriented mindset
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