Dealing with Frustration.
Finding ways to compensate when things don’t go as planned.

Over the past few years, mostly since 2009, I have been the king of bad karma.
I must have been Hitler, Stalin, Nero, Himler, Khan,Loki, and Vlad Dracula all in past lives.
Details aren’t really important today.
Today I want to tell you my method of dealing with negativity and frustrations.
It really doesn’t matter how big or small it is, when something doesn’t go your way or when a problem arises, it can irritate you.
Weather things bother you in a small way, or if you are one of those people who explodes at the minor inconvenience, there is always a way to find a positive outlet.
As a person who comes from a very long line of people that chooses to explode at the smallest problem, often lashing out at those around them, I knew from a young age that I needed to find a better outlet.
I tried many things as a teenager.
I went through phases where I would go boxing, wrestling, and when it was available, motor racing.
These were great for getting out aggression and releasing built up tension, but these things cost money and it wasn’t always available when I needed it.
After many years of just holding in my frustration and feelings, which one should never do, trust me it’s very unhealthy, I found a new path, meditation.
Hear me out on this one.
Meditation may sound like a far east or hipster thing, but it can really help with finding yourself and, I hate to use the term, center your emotions.
You don’t need a manual, or someone chanting, you can just find a quiet space and relax.
Try to completely forget about whatever is bothering you, no matter how big or small, think about something you enjoy in a space you enjoy.
I know I sound like a weirdo, but it really can help if you try it for a while.
Here is the kicker, it can help your health as well.
I don’t do it as regular as I used to, but when I was I found a bonus health result.
It radically lowered my blood pressure. I don’t know how or why, but it did.
I know that it doesn’t work for everyone and everyone is different, but it can’t hurt to try.
You can find your own method. Anything is better than feeling frustrated or angry.
Recently I have been dealing with a few frustrating people and situations.
I will admit that it was hard to get my mind clear of these things because they weighed heavy on my mind and heart, and it took several weeks to actually clear my mind.
It’s not easy and it’s not an instant fix, but I really think that it can help.
It is a much better alternative to those times when you want to put someone's head through a brick wall.
Especially when those people don’t listen.

