The first one is the problem as such…
The second is an unwillingness to admit the problem, talk about the problem or ask for help to solve it.Â
For example, a very frequent problem in today’s society is having destructive personal habits or toxic relationships, but in the vast majority of cases, it is simply denied or ignored.
Refusing to acknowledge the problem only makes it grow. However, if you dare to admit it, define it, measure it and talk about it openly, you will be taking the first step towards solving it.