Frustration

A Sacrilege of Sorts

Melinda Wentzel | Posted 04.02.2012

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I'd rather my heathens wantonly festoon the dog with lipstick ("...because we wanted to give him purple-ish lips, Mom!") than to rob themselves of the parting gift of a fine book.

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Surviving Technical Support

Judith Johnson | Posted 03.28.2012

Read More: Computer Companies, Anger, Computer Frustration, Customer Support, Frustration, Internet Companies, Computers, Wisdom, Healthy Living News

Over the past week, I have spent more than 15 hours on the phone with technical support for Apple, Time Warner Cable and Microsoft. I've spoken to about 30 different people in the U.S., India and the Philippines, and I have lost my mind on several occasions.

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Learn How to Not Jump the Gun

Deborah Calla | Posted 03.18.2012

Read More: Feelings, Jump the Gun, Mindful Living, Taking Risks, Validation, Course of Action, Ego, Frustration, Emotional Intelligence, Healthy Living News

Jumping the gun is when we are reacting to something rather than initiating. In these situations, stopping to take time will either allow us to see the light or allow for a greater sense of certainty once we decide on a course of action.

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A Quick Fix For Defensiveness

Heidi Grant Halvorson, Ph.D. | Posted 09.30.2011

Read More: Fighting, Relationships, Arguments, Frustration, Defensiveness, To to Take Feedback, Wisdom, Be Less Defensive, How to Be Less Defensive, How To, Constructive Criticism, Emotional Intelligence, Healthy Living News

I rarely admit this, but I am a very defensive person. I have wanted to do something about it for a long time -- It's not an attractive quality. I'm not proud.

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The Life Out Loud: 'America The Angry'

MeiMei Fox | Posted 08.17.2011

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As unemployment, gas and grocery prices are on the rise, so are people's levels of anger, anxiety and frustration.

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4 Tips For Dealing With Difficult People

Judith Orloff MD | Posted 11.17.2011

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In communication, patience is a powerful emotional currency. As you're more able to tolerate the discomfort of frustration and not blow it by acting out, your relationships will function on a higher level.

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Why You Might Want To Stay Married

Vicki Larson | Posted 06.16.2011

Read More: Couples Therapy, Marriage, Anger, Divorce, Single Parents, Annoying, Single Mothers, Parenting, Resentment, Frustration, Mad at Dad, Divorce News

At a restaurant recently, I couldn't help but overhear a conversation between two women sitting at the neighboring table. One was uncertain and disill...

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Didn't Get the Promotion? Get Over It Or Keep Losing

Fred Whelan and Gladys Stone | Posted 05.25.2011

Read More: Bad Bosses, Anger, Promotions, Career, Boss, Career Advice, Careers, Job Interviews, Frustration, Business News

Getting passed over for a promotion can be painful. It certainly was in Cindy's case. She had been working on a project for several years and every ...

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Could you be suffering from friendship fatigue?

Dr. Irene S. Levine | Posted 11.17.2011

QUESTION: Dear Irene, I stumbled on your blog today, and wish I'd seen it before. I'm in my 50s; consider myself a good, loyal, and fun friend; and ...

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Paula Deen Was Unemployed and Frustrated. What Saved Her Could Save You Too

Fred Whelan and Gladys Stone | Posted 05.25.2011

In this job market, many people are in a panic and believe they should just take any job. The last thing on their mind is pursuing a passion. However, focusing on your passion now is a great way to alleviate your stress and energize you.

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Humility Check: Reality is Never Wrong

Pavel Somov, Ph.D. | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Acceptance, Awe, Not-Knowing, Epistemology, Perfectionism, Knowing, Reality, Frustration, Healthy Living News

Say, something happens that you didn't expect. A classic perfectionistic thought pops into your mind: "This wasn't supposed to happen!" You didn't s...

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DK Matai | Posted 05.25.2011

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Congressional Frustration With Obama Mounts Over Health Care Impasse

HuffingtonPost.com | Sam Stein | Posted 05.25.2011

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Frustration is mounting among Capitol Hill Democrats over what they say is the White House's lack of direction in how to resolve a potentially crippl...

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Make Peace and Move On

Marshall Goldsmith | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Decisions, Financial Crisis, Internal Locus of Control, Financial Services Industry, Peace, Frustration, Lottery Ticket, Healthy Living News

I cannot help any company get back the billions of dollars it has lost. And I cannot help individuals get a bonus or save their valued staff members. I will try to help you make the best of the situation.

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I Am a Big Fat Jerk

James M. Lynch | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Temper Tantrums, Jerk, The Power of Full Engagement, Temper, Cara Barker, Wellness, Frustration, Impatience, Anger, Judith Rich, Mean, Health, Exercise, Tony Schwartz, Jim Loehr, Anxiety, Anne Naylor, Healthy Living News

I was gathering evidence that people were stupid, they were selfish and that I was the only right thinking person in the world and my anger was justified. In short; I was being a big fat jerk.

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How Happy Is Your Home: 5 Ways To Stop Beating Yourself Up

Sophie Keller | Posted 11.17.2011

Read More: Stress, Balanced Life, Sophie Keller, Frustration, Happiness, How Happy Is Your Home, Healthy Living News

Okay, so if you read my article two weeks ago - '5 Tips to Chilling Out' - you don't need to read this one, unless you want a reminder. However, I rea...

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