Signs, Causes, and Coping With Frustrated Emotions
Frustration is a jot down of emotional reaction to stress.
This frustration is often short-lived and tends to pass as the situation changes.
Signs of Frustration
Frustration can show up in a number of different ways.
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What Causes Frustration?
Frustration tends to happen when your goals or expectations don’t pan out.
Common causes of frustrations include:
Internal vs.
External Frustration
These sources of frustration can arise from either internal or external causes.
Frustration can also lead to other problems, including:
Stress
Stressand frustration are connected.
Frustration is a common reaction to a recurring, unresolved stressor.
How to Deal With Frustration
The ability to deal with frustration is known as frustration tolerance.
It’s important not to let distraction become a pattern ofavoidance, however.
You canpractice mindfulness throughout the dayor as a form ofmeditation.
Good nutrition, proper sleep, and regular exercise can work wonders on your stress levels.
Creative activities can be stress-relieving for artists and non-artists alike.
Try engaging in regular stress-relieving activities that fit your personality and lifestyle.
Sexual frustration arises when there is a discrepancy between a person’s sexual desires and their sexual activity.
Avoid behaviors like passive-aggressiveness, stonewalling, silent treatment, or angry verbal outbursts.
Instead, focus on expressing your frustration using “I statements.”
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