Easy Ways To Make A Bad Day Feel Better
Be it from bad days, bad news, bad luck, or for no reason at all, feeling down every now and then is inevitable. Know that it will pass as all things do. However, until it does, consider trying an effective strategy for taking the edge off of a challenging day. Keep bad days from getting in the way by using one of these sixty-six easy ways to brighten a difficult day.
Splurge On The Good Stuff
Go ahead and buy the brand name shampoo that always looked appealing but seemed too expensive. Spending a few extra dollars on a product that will feel great to use can be an effective mood booster.
Go Bra Free
Enjoy a day free from the constraints of a bra (or anything that usually feels annoying or uncomfortable to wear).
Sip On A Relaxing Tea
Drinking chamomile or peppermint tea in the middle of the morning or early afternoon can reduce stress and induce relaxation.
Go Bare Foot In The Grass
Grab Your Butt
Self-confidence can stem from even small moments of self-appreciation. When feeling overwhelmed, take a moment to set worries and anxieties aside while practicing self-love.
Enjoy Solo Movie Time
Escape into the world of an entertaining movie. Although it can feel awkward the first time, attending a movie alone can be refreshing and meditative.
Take A Mental Health Day
Everyone needs a mental health sick day from time to time. After all, deep sadness is like a cold of the soul, and recovery is essential for a healthy self and relationships.
Indulge In A Favourite Childhood Lunch
Write To A Future Self
Communicate with your future self by writing down thoughts and aspirations. It may not possible to talk to the past, but jotting down a letter to the future is doable.
Have A Kitchen Dance Party
Throw on some upbeat music and dance in the kitchen for a while. If a slower song comes on, dance slowly or simply enjoy the beauty of the music.
Visit A Farmer’s Market
Farmer’s markets are welcoming and friendly communal spaces. Strike up a conversation with the local farmers, craftspeople, or other customers.
Sleep Through The Alarm
Feeling well rested is essential for happiness. Sleep straight through the morning alarm to enjoy a few more minutes of much-deserved sleep. Allow the body to naturally rise from the land of slumber.
Listen To Positive Podcasts
Spend Time Journaling
Start A New Hobby
Hobbies are useful for keeping the mind preoccupied and giving it something to focus on other than work, school, or other concerns. Consider pouring excess energy into a new hobby.
Buy Some Flowers
Flowers are beautiful and can fill a room with a lovely smell. Buy a bouquet to brighten up a room and appreciate the beauty of nature’s jewels for days to come.
Attend A Boutique Fitness Class
Put on some workout clothes and attend a boutique fitness class. Get moving and have fun while staying active with a few friends.
Bake Cookies
Enjoy the heartwarming smell of freshly baked cookies. Smell is an essential sense that is often neglected. A beautiful or comfortable smell can go a long way toward making a day brighter.
Drink Coffee House Coffee
Practice Self-Love
Self-hugs may seem silly to do. However, the mindset shift they trigger can do wonders for making a challenging day feel easier.
Take Time Out For Gratitude
Spend a few minutes of the day writing a list of people, events, or experiences that induce feelings of gratitude. Appreciating the little things in life can bring joy even during difficult moments.
Call Some Friends
Stay Hydrated
Being dehydrated is a serious mood killer. Buy a reusable bottle, fill it up, and drink a couple of litres of water each day. It is surprising how much balance this can bring to the body.
Do A DIY Manicure
Carve out time to do a DIY manicure while emptying the mind of all worries and allowing it to wander and meditate.
Try Mindful Eating
Call Mom
Do Two Minutes Of Stretching
Studies have shown that two minutes of full body stretching a day can have a positive impact on mental health. It can also help the body wake up in the morning.
Browse A Favourite Store
Listen To Positive Podcasts
Spend Time Journaling
Start A New Hobby
Hobbies are useful for keeping the mind preoccupied and giving it something to focus on other than work, school, or other concerns. Consider pouring excess energy into a new hobby.
Do A Self-Massage
Soothe aches and tense muscles with a brief self-massage. This can help to loosen up and release some of the strain of being worried throughout the day.
Stock Up On Food
Sometimes hunger is responsible for low mood. If this may be the case, head to the grocery store and stock up on prepared food that can immediately satisfy an appetite.
Express Self-Love
Simply saying the words 'I love you' can be an effective and instant mood booster. Use this method to easily express self-acceptance and self-love.
Pay For A Professional Massage
Tense muscles trigger fatigue, which only intensifies stress. If a self-massage is not enough, consider scheduling a professional massage to reduce tension in the body.
Donate To A Cause
Identifying an important cause and directing financial aid toward it can be a great mood-boosting act of altruism.
Make Funny Faces In The Mirror
Attend Regular Doctor’s Appointments
Mental health issues can stem from many origins, including basic imbalances. Attend regular doctor’s appointments to catch health issues long before they have a chance to cause long-term problems.
Take A Class
Read Every Day
Buy Clothes That Fit
Buying clothes that actually fit is one simple way to boost self-confidence. When clothes fit, they feel more comfortable and often look better.
Share An Opinion With A New Community
Buy A New Piece Of Art
Place Pictures Of Loved Ones In Workspaces
Eat Healthy Food
Look Up And See The Sights
Touch Something Soft
Find Comfort In Animal Companions
Pets have been shown to scientifically boost happiness. Consider adopting or rescuing a pet to have as a companion. A dog’s love is unconditional.
Keep The Pyjamas On
Enjoy Dinner For One
Take a break from cooking and head out for a delicious restaurant meal, even if it is just for one. Enjoy being pampered while someone else does the work in the kitchen.
Feel Emotions
Instead of trying to stifle them, feel emotions as they unfold. Be authentic by allowing them to come, run their course, and fade away.
Watch A Favourite Movie
Get Cleaned Up
Simply taking the time to groom and put on attractive clothing can boost mood and enhance self-confidence. Find pleasure in shaving for the first time in days, wearing a new dress, or trying a new hairstyle.
Sing Along
Take A Spoonful
Be rebellious and steal the first spoonful of a freshly opened jar of peanut butter. Someone has to do it, so go ahead and indulge.
Browse Motivational Quotes
Cook A Meal
Start from scratch, take pride in each step and small achievement, and create an entire meal. Then eat it. If it is a large meal, consider sharing it with friends.
Embrace The Universe
The universe is big and can be daunting at times. Find and enjoy the wonderful coincidences that occur every day thanks to happy accidents.
Leverage Reassurance
Maintain Good Posture
Be Confident And Stand Tall
Get Some Vitamin D
Put On Some Fresh Bed Sheets
Make it easier to sleep peacefully at night by swapping dirty or musty bed sheets for clean ones. A good night's sleep is essential for battling stress and enhancing happiness.
Tidy Room, Tidy Mind
Keeping mental and physical distractions away can be as simple as keeping living spaces tidy. Completing a small goal like cleaning up can also provide the necessary energy for tackling more challenging goals.
Light A Scented Candle
Fill the home with a pleasant smell from a scented candle to create a cozy, happy, or comfortable environment. Boost the impact of this effect by choosing a scent associated with positive feelings or memories.
Reduce Screen Time
Have A Small Snack
Practice Stress Management
Breathing exercises and meditation are stress reduction methods that have been shown to effectively treat stress, anxiety, and depression while boosting happiness and confidence.
Have An Ice Cream Cone
