The first thing taught in
First Aid courses is to observe the situation for a clear understanding
of what has happened and what the dangers are.
In the television show
MacGyver, the first step in solving the problem was to observe what
resources were available.
The ability of a witness to
describe a suspect in a crime is based on what was observed. And being
aware of what is happening around you is a good safety tip.
Observation of ourselves can
lead to an awareness of our feelings, as well as an understanding of
what is important to us, one of the first steps in goal-setting.
Observation of others can
help us understand what they are feeling, the important skill of
empathy.
Observing examples of how
work has been done in the past can give clues to proper procedures.
