I'm amused -- reading the initial post, I thought it could have been my husband posting, except that I don't have good power. The frustration can be a huge problem. After almost a year of playing, and going out almost every day last summer, there are days when I wonder why I even keep going. But then again, I keep thinking that I don't want to be a quitter, and so I keep on trying. I also realize that it's good exercise, and I like being outside. My husband and I logged over 100 miles last year (he keeps up his scorebook), and I realized the health benefits. So, some things I've learned:
- there are days when it's best not to keep score. If it's one of those days, then just don't do it.
- Drop down to 150s, and DX plastic. I found I can't throw any other plastics at all. Obviously, your mileage may vary.
- Don't play during inclement weather. I have some heavier discs to try in the wind, but I've learned that they'll go significantly less distance. During bad weather, it might be better for her just to walk with you.
- Look for the small wins. I'm happy when my distance increases by 10 ft.
- Play easier courses. I've played some gold level courses, but I'd get very frustrated if I didn't regularly play shorter courses.
- If you're keeping score, think about par differently. Rather than go for a 3 on each hole, which was almost impossible, I started out aiming for double par, or 6 per hole. For me, it was an achievable goal, and I felt less frustration. Then move that goal down as you get better.
- Try one change at a time. I found I was doing lots of things wrong, and when I tried to fix more than one thing at a time, I felt more frustrated.
- Recognize strengths. For example, I have terrible distance, and never expect to get beyond mediocre. However, I have good accuracy. Look for the positives.
- Don't expect instant results. It's taken almost a year, and I just figured out something new I can work on. It's not always easy figuring out why you're not doing as well as you'd like, or think you're capable of.
Good luck!