Imagine a situation, condition, or problem.  Any one will do.

Whether we simply need to cope with it, deflect or change it, we are best off if we can:

1. know what is 'wrong with the picture' and understand how we are affected
2. accept that is IS the way it is and begin 'working around it'
3. see viable options and the pro/con of each
4. commit to the 'best' option
5. plan and act to get the best outcome with the least investment (time, money, and effort)