How do you manage your emotions and frustrations?

In the woods by myself and a long walk.

Generally I either hit the gym or take off on the motorcycle for some wind therapy. But sometimes I just have to yell and get it all out of my system.

I always worked out hard after I got out of the Army. Now that I'm 69 I can't do as much, but I'm still active. I tried exercising only 6 days a week, but it was no good. I have to exercise daily. I assume that's because exercise burns up adrenaline, cortisone, and other stress hormones, and a missed day is a stressed day. I also "try" to meditate daily. That's harder than it sounds. I also try to eat a healthy diet. Also harder than it sounds. And recently the doctor put me on one of those new pills. I don't like taking meds, so I asked for the lowest dose. In some ways it seems to be helping. There are side effects. Someday I'm hoping just exercise, meditation, and good diet will be enough. I've lived with this since I got out of the Army in 1969. I don't consider myself a victim. I give all I can to the community. I'm a member of Amvets, and did what I could for veterans for years, until I ran out of steam and had to cut back on my volunteer work. I think I'm one of the lucky ones. I did not fall apart and I've always pushed through. I hope you all manage to find a way. There is always hope. Please don't forget that. Please get help if you need it. It's not a sign of weakness.