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I haven't stopped being frustrated since I worked

I joined the company as a new graduate, but every day I just got scolded for my failure.
Maybe that was the cause, and after working, I began to feel angry at trivial things.
I feel angry about things I didn't care about before, such as the person in front of me walking slowly, and the LINE I sent to my best friend being slow in reading/replying.
I know my opponent isn't bad, but I can't help getting angry.
I was surprised that I felt so much anger towards my best friend, who had never felt angry before.
Fortunately, it doesn't appear in words or actions, but I'm worried that anger will explode someday if this state continues.
How can I spend my time without being frustrated?

4 Zen Responses

From both mind and body

First, on the physical side, it is also important to inoculate nutrients such as protein, vitamins, and calcium to promote serotonin production.
It's also important to get a proper night's sleep and to get some exposure to sunlight.
On the mental side, I think it is effective to change your mood by reducing delusional distractions about the past, the future, yourself, and others, and the pomp of thoughts that you think repeatedly in the same information.
By walking, jogging, meditating, nembutsu, etc., I think it's also good to refresh (restart) a mind addicted to delusional distractions and imposing thoughts.
I think methods such as Vipassana meditation, mindfulness, etc. will also appear on the internet, so why not try them out?
Also, if thinking from someone else's point of view leads to a sense of mercy that forgives the other person, saying “it can't be helped because the other person is convenient,” the duration of anger will be shortened.
As a monk, I also often get frustrated.
It's easy to get frustrated when you're busy with work or when you're in a hurry.
Those of us who aren't aware have worries, so getting frustrated may be a natural phenomenon.
However, it would be nice if I could reduce the number and duration of frustration, even a little bit.

Let's stay calm and face each one

I read it.
Since you started working, you've started getting angry at even trivial things. I don't know the details about you or your situation at work, but I can tell you that you are so angry and very worried. I understand your feelings from the bottom of my heart.

After all, I imagine that you have lost your confidence because you just failed at work and got scolded, and you have completely lost room in your mind.
So even if it's not a big deal, I think you may feel angry and lose control of your emotions.

I'm wondering if the cause is getting scolded at work, so I personally think it's okay to try telling my boss and people around me about it.

Being scolded is different from receiving attention; since we're human, everyone has their own mistakes and mistakes. It would be nice if we could improve it little by little. No one can do everything right from the start.

You never need to be in a hurry when working; it may depend on the time and circumstances, but there are many cases where doing things in a hurry lead to failure. Therefore, it is important to keep calm and face each thing firmly before proceeding. If you do that, there will be fewer mistakes and corrections, so you'll be less likely to get scolded, and you'll have more room in your mind, and you'll follow along.

I sincerely pray that you will be able to calm down and face each job properly, that you will be able to work with confidence, and that you will be able to live every day with peace of mind.
And I will support you from the bottom of my heart.

Heal yourself and relax your mind and body. Let's find stress relief

I think the unfamiliar work environment is stressful.
When you first joined the company, there were mistakes, right? I get scolded, and I feel sorry for myself, wondering why I can't do it. However, since it's a job, pointing that out becomes an experience for improvement and growth. Let's keep going.
Don't just get caught up in being scolded for not being able to do it, and praise yourself for what you were able to do one by one. That's because the accumulation becomes your strength and skill.

And don't let feelings of stress pull you in. When working hours are over, switch off work mode so that you can switch your mind firmly. Let's rest our mind and body.

I think it will be frustrating too. In such a case, let's touch something that is comfortable for you while taking care of yourself if you are doing your best. It's good for sleeping, eating, bathing, music, scenery, and games. Devote time to something relaxing for you. Please feel refreshed.

I think everyone is trying to heal themselves and not accumulate stress while doing that. Let's try to find your stress relief.

Thank you for your hard work every day.

When anger increases

Thank you very much for your consultation.
Failure or reprimand in a new environment is a huge burden on the mind, and it is not uncommon for its effects to spread to life in general. In particular, the emotion of “anger” is originally a sign for protecting oneself, but if it continues to accumulate, it will be directed towards unrelated partners and even trivial events.

1. Know the true nature of anger

“Anxiety,” “sadness,” and “helplessness” are often hidden behind anger.

Repeated mistakes at work and the feeling that “I'm not ready” → anxiety

I keep getting scolded by my boss → feeling sad or helpless
When these feelings are suppressed, they change their shape and appear as “anger.”

2. How not to be swayed by anger

Buddhism explains that “anger is a fire that burns oneself.” It's important not to leave the flames as they are, and learn how to handle them.

Notice: I say, “You're frustrated right now.” The strength is reduced simply by applying a label.

Make time: Take 3 deep breaths before taking action. Anger can explode in an instant, but it can easily subside over time.

Write it out: Write down “what made me angry right now” on paper, and when I look back at it later, I notice “it wasn't such a big problem.”

3. What 'anger at your best friend' indicates

Feeling irritated by someone you haven't felt angry with until now is proof that your heart is so tired. It's not “real anger,” it's a reaction that comes from a “state where there is no spare power.” There's no need to blame. Rather, it's important to realize “I'm having such a hard time right now.”

4. Change anger to gentleness

One of the Buddhist practices is “meditation on mercy.” This is the practice of saying “Please be at peace” to the person that comes to mind. Instead of forcibly suppressing anger, it's an exercise of replacing it with a “wish.” Even when you feel frustrated with your best friend, try chanting “May this person be healthy” in your heart.

summary

Your anger is increasing, not because you're weak, but a sign that your mind is nearing its limit due to workplace stress.

The cause of anger is “anxiety, sadness, and helplessness”

Reduce the fire by noticing, making gaps, and writing

Irritation with a best friend is a sign of “fatigue,” and there is no need to blame

Change anger to kindness with “Mercy Meditation”

Please try to consciously take “time to heal your mental fatigue” without blaming yourself.

Gassho