By Tanyika Rai
We all have bad days. Sometimes we wake up on the wrong side of the bed and sometimes the day starts pretty good but eventually goes in the opposite direction.
Believe me, I have had those days, too.
It’s exhausting to go to work and complete all of the assignments when you’re not in the best of moods and can’t focus. To be honest, all I want to do on those days is curl up in bed and binge-watch a movie. However, I am unable to do so.
So for those lousy days and uncertain days, here’s a list of simple but effective ways to quickly shift your mood:
- Hug Someone
Sometimes all we need is a hug. A hug from someone you love or even cuddling with a pet can do wonders to your mood. It’s that simple, and you know what they say ‘ A hug a day keeps the doctor away.
2. Clean Up Your Space
Being in a messy space is often the cause of stress in most people. So take a couple of minutes to clean and clear out your surroundings.Clearing out any negative or unwanted thoughts in your head is also considered as cleaning out your space and probably will boost your mood.
3. Take A Quick Nap
A quick cat nap when you’re worn out will make you feel rejuvenated and is bound to boost your mood. Fatigue can also contribute to a bad mood. Not only that, but it’ll also help you think clearly and focus on the task at hand.
4. Meditate
Breathing in and out will help you relax and unwind. Practicing a short breathing exercise or meditation helps reduce stress hormones and can clear your perspective. So sit down, concentrate on taking deep breaths and relax.
5. Have A Dance Session or Listen to Upbeat Music
Make a lively and upbeat playlist and have a jam session. Be certain that it is music that can, without a doubt, make you happy. Listen to the beat, sing along, or dance to your heart’s content. If you dance around, you’ll also get a decent workout in.
6. Take A Walk Outside
Take a long stroll in your neighborhood or a park. Take a deep breath and bask in the light. Take on the wonders of nature around you. Vitamin D has always been advantageous to your health
7. Focus On The Good
Reflect on all the good things that have happened in your life. Shift your attention to the good parts of your life. Express your gratitude towards them. When we’re usually not in the best of moods, we tend to focus our attention on the not so great parts. Often this is the cause of us feeling even more upset. So change your outlook and focus on the good.
8. Move Away From Technology
And finally, put your phone and laptop away and stay away from social media for a few minutes. Do a little exercising, grab a bite to eat or even try journaling and writing your thoughts down. Interact with all that is around you.
Taking these short breaks will keep you in a good mood.
Having a bad day is absolutely OK. Sometimes we do need to have bad days and just binge watch a show with a bowl of ice cream.
Feeling down or being being in a bad mood can affect your productivity but these easy ways will help you out.