How to deal with Frustration
I don't know about you, but I frequently experience moments of frustration; as a matter of fact, I have experienced a number over the past few days. Little things have the power to trigger it, mainly if there are issues that have been persistently accumulating. Like me, I'm sure nobody enjoys this emotion. Yet, there is still hope; instead of avoiding the frustration, allow it to bring out your joy, triumph, victory, and purpose. Obtaining these things typically requires a lot of frustration. Because of this, we must learn how to control our emotions to stay upbeat and content no matter what situation we find ourselves in.
There are numerous ways to feel frustrated, a loved one saying or doing the wrong thing or even something as simple as frequently misplacing an item. It might even be an appliance that breaks down and requires more time to fix than expected. Dealing with poor drivers might be the cause. These are only a few illustrations. You could add a lot more to the list.
What creates frustration, then, begs the question? In a nutshell, it occurs when the outcomes don't match the effort and action you have put in. Rather than the issue itself, the source of our frustration is how we view it, and we must thus recognise it to deal with it.
Another thing to remember is that frustration uses up a lot of energy, which is why it's so crucial to take extreme care to avoid running on empty. Burnout will result from operating on a low energy reserve, which is difficult to recover from. Why does frustration require so much energy, one could wonder? The reason is that because your efforts aren't yielding the expected results, your brain kicks into high gear to try to solve the problem, which quickly depletes your mental energy and makes it very easy to run out of energy. Your energy reserves will thus be reduced, making you grouchy, exhausted, anxious, and occasionally even angry.
How then can we handle frustration?
1. Take breaks, which will relax you and divert your attention to something else. This is not being idle or doing nothing and must be regarded as a requirement to work effectively. Pay attention to your feelings since they will help you gauge your energy levels. This means that you should stop whenever you get frustrated or stressed out to refuel your energy before continuing. This will increase your efficiency and drastically reduce the likelihood of burnout.
Reward your efforts rather than merely your outcomes. In life, we are rewarded for our accomplishments and not for our efforts, which might make us feel frustrated because we are making an effort. No one else will thank you for your actions. Therefore whether they were successful or not, give yourself a reward. These rewards don't necessarily have to be material or monetary. Your own self-compliment will do. You can lessen your damaging and negative emotions by rewarding yourself. Both bothersome issues and a simple sense of dissatisfaction can sap your energy.
Get perspective because most of the issues that frustrate us have no lasting effects. Hence, obtaining perspective on your issue will enable you to approach it calmly. Nonetheless, I am aware that it is easier said than done. But, it's crucial to understand that frustration is brought on by a narrow focus on one's issues because they aren't resolving themselves as expected. Look from your current issue outward to get through this narrow perspective. To put it another way, how will it appear in a few days, weeks, months, or years?
Although we will always experience frustration, how we respond to it will determine how our lives turn out. The decision is yours.
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