4 things not to do when you are in a bad mood
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Everybody can have a bad day, week or even month, when we feel blue, get grumpy and can’t manage to look on the bright side of things. At this moment we often get advice from others on what we should do in order to feel better, but nobody tells us what we should NOT do. However, when you are in low spirits, there are certain things you should avoid doing in order to feel better (or not to feel worse):
1. Blame yourself
It is impossible to be happy all the time. But sometimes it seems that that is exactly what people around us are waiting for, and it makes us repress our emotions and feelings. However, it is absolutely normal to feel sad, angry, frustrated, depressed or just be in a bad mood, so we need to learn to accept it and live with it.
2. Eat snacks
To finish off a bucket of ice-cream may seem to be a great idea but actually it isn’t. When you have finished with this snacking crisis, you will start blaming yourself and may end up feeling even worse than before. Try to resist to the temptation and chose a snack that you like but that isn’t so bad for your health or self-esteem. Or pick a nice activity that calms you down and cheers you up, instead of burying your sadness in a cookie jar.
3. Play the victim
If you are feeling down, it’s not the reason to accuse everybody of your problems and be depressed. Instead of playing the victim try being grateful for everything that you have accomplished in life. If this change of perspective doesn’t work, determine the exact steps you are to take in order to end with your weakness and begin to act.
4. Withdraw into yourself
It is a natural reflex, but it is essential not to give in to it: locking yourself away either physically or mentally would only make things worse. Try some natural antidepressants, such as going for a walk outdoors, enjoying fresh air and sunlight, doing some sport, etc. Activate your energy, and you will see how quickly your good mood will return to you.
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Can you continue this list? What other things you shouldn’t do when you are feeling down? Talk about your own experience and share your tips.