No matter how much we all want to go through life with no cares or worries in the world, the unfortunate truth is that every single one of us will go through a rough patch or two over the course of our lives. It doesn’t have to be a full-blown depression or a life-changing bout of sadness; even the smallest ‘funks’ and low moods can negatively affect you on a day to day basis. The trick is knowing what to do in order to get yourself out of such a mood, because you don’t want to spend too long feeling like that. Here are eight ways to pick yourself up when you’re feeling down.
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Practise Gratitude
Instead of falling into a funk by getting jealous and down about the things that you do not have, try to focus and be grateful for the things that you do have. By doing this, you will be able to see how much better your life is that your mind is trying to tell you.
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Set Goals
It’s good to have something to work towards when you are feeling down, it can change your motivation and your mindset and get you back on a more inspired path. Set a few goals for yourself, whether big or small. Just things that you can concentrate on.
Setting goals can be an effective way to help pick yourself up when you are feeling down. Goals provide focus and direction, as well as a sense of accomplishment when they are achieved. Goals can be anything from small daily tasks to long-term objectives. They should be achievable, measurable and have a time frame. Setting realistic goals can help you stay motivated and keep your spirits up. Additionally, it can be helpful to set rewards for yourself when you accomplish goals. This can be anything from a treat to a day off, or a reward that is related to the goal itself.
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Mindfulness
Find some time every single day to sit in a quiet space and just concentrate on your breathing, allowing thoughts to come into your mind but not dwelling on them, just letting them evaporate. It’s almost like a type of light meditation.
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Exercise
Exercise is one of the best ways to get out of a low mood. Not only are you doing good for your body, but the endorphins released through physical activity will help to give you a boost of euphoria that can really change your perspective.
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Upbeat Music
Don’t indulge your sad side by listening to melancholy songs, instead look up that 90s pop playlist and get bouncing around the house. If the Spice Girls can’t bring you out of a bad mood, then I don’t know what can!
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Silence at the proper season is wisdom, and better than any speech.
Treat Yourself
They don’t call it retail therapy for nothing! Life your mood by indulging in some shopping, treat yourself to a few items that you have been admiring for a while. You deserve it.
Shopping can be a great way to boost your mood and give yourself a much needed pick-me-up. Treat yourself to something that you have been wanting for a while. Whether it is a new outfit, a piece of jewelry, or a beauty product, it is important to show yourself some love and reward yourself for all the hard work you do. Shopping can be a great way to take a break from the stresses of everyday life and give yourself a mental break. Plus, there is the added bonus of looking and feeling great in your new purchase!
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Socialise
Get out of the house and out of your own head. Spend time with friends and enjoy activities that involve a little escapism like going to the movies and out to a nice restaurant where you focus on things like the good food and the food company.
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Forgive Yourself
Don’t beat yourself up for feeling the way that you do. It’s not your fault, it’s natural to have low moments. Just acknowledge that you are in a funk, but that it won’t last forever, and do all of the above to help speed up the process.
