Episode 23 - Embracing Challenges: The Art of Building Frustration Tolerance

Ever found yourself grappling with a challenge, ready to hurl it into the abyss of defeat? Well, I did, when I was knee-deep in the sea, battling the winds and waves as I attempted to master kite surfing. It was during these moments of frustration that I discovered the power of resilience, grit and the ability to push through. This podcast episode is an intimate account of that journey and an exploration of the sixth challenge in the seven challenges - Frustration Tolerance.<br/><br/>In the second half of our conversation, we delve into the concept of 'incremental progress'. I share personal experiences of my commitment to learning kite surfing, the milestones I set, and how I learnt to balance between pushing through and knowing when I was pushing too hard. It's all about setting realistic expectations, acknowledging your boundaries and extending them incrementally. Listen on to discover how cultivating frustration tolerance can make a massive difference in your life and how you can stretch just a bit further to tackle challenges more effectively. Let's learn to ride the waves of life, just like I learnt to ride the waves on my kite board.If you liked this episode of Raising Happy and Thriving Kids don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast in your favorite podcast software. If you want to dive deeply in all the things you can do to help your kids thrive, be happier while making your own life more enjoyable go to SmartParentingSecrets.com. Hope you enjoyed this episode and as always: Bring out the best in yourself, and each other