Module 4, Lesson 2: Root Cause Analysis – Go Beneath the Surface
Stop treating symptoms. Start solving real issues.
Hi there,
Yesterday you organized your problems into clear categories. Today we go deeper. Most of what we call "problems" are actually just symptoms of something else.
The "5 Whys" technique will help you find what's really driving your challenges.
Previous Lesson:
Key Topics:
Surface problems vs. system-level issues – Symptoms versus root causes
The "5 Whys" technique – A simple tool for digging deeper
Moving beyond symptoms to core issues – How to identify what really needs fixing
What You'll Learn:
✅ How to break down symptoms into solvable root causes
✅ Begin building awareness of emotional or habit-based triggers
✅ Lay the groundwork for personalized system repair
✅ Practice identifying one major hidden cause
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