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Handling Frustration |
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Frustration is caused by not accomplishing or getting what you want. Instead of dwelling on your failures or frustrations, focus on what you can achieve and then build on your successes. Start by selecting only one or two things to work on at a time. Try to accomplish small goals initially. Once you can handle small goals, move on to larger ones.
Change takes time because your mind is very good at keeping you where you are. It is almost impossible to change over night, so there is no need to get frustrated. Just acknowledge that it will take time to change your present limitations and take it one step at a time.
As you gain more control over yourself and improve, you will become less frustrated and more confident in your ability to eventually succeed. |
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