Frustration, an emotional response to opposition, is
related to anger and disappointment.
It is important not to turn frustration – an energy
that like all other forms of anger requires an outward release – onto yourself.
It is also important to respond in a healthy,
appropriate way – not passive-aggressively and not overly aggressive.
DANCE WITH IT!
EXPERIENTIAL APPS
An opportunity to experiment with some
fun ideas...
How to deal with
frustration – Let the punishment fit the crime!
With
frustration there is always something you can do:
First, be aware! Acknowledge that you are angry and annoyed.
Second, release the
energy so that you are not turning it on yourself.
Check out your
stomach, shoulders, neck. How’s your
breathing?
Tightness and shallow
breathing are all signs that you are internalizing anger!
TRY THESE 5 EASY
STEPS:
1) Breathe deeply.
2) Scream into a pillow. (pillows muffle
sound – a great kindness to neighbors.)
3) Imagine doing something outrageous to the perp.
4) Do something creative
with the energy – write, draw, sing a mean song…
5) NOW FIX IT! Things that frustrate
us usually have a solution. Think
outside that infamous box.
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