Identify a Recurring Problem:

$-$ Reflect on a persistent issue from any area of your life with a noticeable history. Briefly describe this problem.

Think of a recurring problem symptom from your work, home, community, or elsewhere$$a problem that has some history so you can see actual trends and the impact of existing interventions. Briefly describe the problem symptom below.

Document the Story:

$-$ Jot down key events or aspects of the problem to help you remember the details.

Summarize the Story:

$-$ In a few sentences, summarize the issue. $($Tip: Complete this after working with the variables and loop diagram for clarity.$)$

List Key Variables:

$-$ Identify the critical elements of the problem. Condense similar variables under a unified term if the list is extensive.

$-$ Problem Symptom:

$-$ Quick Fix:

$-$ Intended Consequence$($s$)$:

$-$ Unintended Consequence$($s$)$: