Wednesday, May 18, 2011

What to do with frustration?

Like most people with disabilities, I have a lot of frustration in me.  I always said to say that I am frustrated is the understatement of the century.  I spend most nights awake worrying about fiances, and being of use in this world.  To let these feelings build up is not good and can often lead to health issues such as depression, chronic high blood pressure,and other issues.  So obviously these feelings must be expressed.  Here are some ways I find to deal with my issues.

  1. Exercise- I used to swim but any aerobic activity can help expend energy.  Often this will help you think through feelings and deal with them.
  2. Sing or scream-  hard rock music turned up can help you use your voice to expel energy.  I always liked women singers like Pat Benatar, Allainis Morrisette, Melissa Etheridge, and now Pink to help me deal.
  3. Art- Paint pictures or create something that represents your frustration.  One movie I saw had a can worry wall.  I like the idea of a soft pillow or object that you can throw or hit without hurting yourself or anyone else.
  4. Talk to a professional- For me a good counselor has been a huge help.  Sometimes they can help you reason things out.  A fresh impartial mind can give a different perspective.  Also sometimes medication prescribed to deal with the anxious feelings
  5. Write a blog with about your feelings- Nothing more to say
  6. Take action-  From writing letters to taking classes to develop skills to full scale protests.  Expressing what frustrates you to officials may change things and make them better.  many non profits and laws have been changed because someone got frustrated and angry.
Remember the best quote in the Jumping the Broom movie.  "Life is like a disco.  No matter how the music changes, you just keep dancing"

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