Our fatigue is often caused not by work, but by worry, frustration and resentment. – Dale Carnegie

Oh how true this is, especially for me.  I work very had to not worry, and to not feel frustrated.  On the logical level, I know that these emotions are pointless.  They don’t fix anything and they usually make me feel worse.  But it still happens, and when it does, I just feel so dragged down emotionally.  It’s like I’m trying to walk through water carrying 100 pound weights.

Worrying about things doesn’t make them any better, but neither does ignoring them.  You kind of need to look at what’s worrying you as objectively as possible, make a list of possible solutions and have at it.  I’m dealing with a work situation right now, that is frustrating the heck out of me.  Now, I could stew over it and fret, but that’s not going to fix it, and it’s not going to accomplish anything rather than fixing the frustration deep within me, and I don’t want that. So I talked to someone, got some ideas, and then I did something I NEVER do.  I reached out for help.  Will I get the help?  I don’t know, but it’s a positive step.  And do you know what?  It made me feel 100% lighter.  My problem isn’t solved by any stretch of the imagination, but I made a step in positive direction and it helped.

I won’t say don’t worry, don’t feel frustration, resentment or stress.  That would be pointless and unrealistic.  Instead, try to look at what’s bugging you as objectively as possible and look for solutions.  If none come to mind, talk to someone.  You’d be surprised at who may have some ideas or suggestions that will help.  You don’t have to deal with everything on your own.