Feeling unhappy can be a harrowing experience which not only brings down your mood, but also your energy levels. Too much pressure of this sort can make us disinclined towards doing work, and prevent us from really enjoying life. In such a situation, complicated means of boosting our mood or energy, can stress us out further. So, check out our list of easy hacks to try when you need a pick-me- up, and breathe easy. Pass these hacks on to a friend in need, and remember to revisit them on a rainy day!
Make water your best friend.
Water is often spoken about in ancient myths and spiritual healing as a very powerful element. Its calming and refreshing properties are said to cleanse the body’s aura, and refresh one’s spirit. Test out this very true theory yourself, by taking a nice shower or bath when you feel low, with your favourite bath products. Other than this pampering routine, simply chugging a glass of water with a dash of lemon juice can also help calm your mind and energise your body.
Avoid social media, but make funny YouTube videos your bestie.
We are human, and the grass always does seem greener on the other side. So, it is natural that seeing photos of people’s vacations and parties online, will make us hate our life. In such a situation, it’s best to remember that contentment comes from logging out of envy-inducing social media. However, switching off completely isn’t humanly possible, so YouTubing fun baby videos and watching cats and dogs play around there is a mood-lifting social media substitute you should consider.
Eat a banana.
Bananas have tonnes of good fats which are great mood boosters. To add to that, they give you instant energy, cure PMS and cramps, and have a host of nutrients that help the body bounce back from dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. Ditch the fries, and eat a banana to see the difference.
Think about something happy. Repeat.
When we’re feeling down and out, the worst thing a person can say is, “Think happy thoughts.” However, this seemingly clichéd and saccharine statement shouldn’t be dismissed, because it has scientific proof to back it. This is because, the “happy” hormones in our body stay in our system only for a few hours, whereas the “sad” hormones stick around for much longer. This makes our mind naturally prone to feeling low. Consciously thinking happy thoughts, then, triggers the positive chemicals in our system, thus helping maintain our good mood for a longer period.
Dance a little.
Workouts are not only great mood-lifters, but also boost our energy when we might be feeling tired or sleepy. Dancing is a great option because, unlike dragging your unwilling body to the gym for cardio, it is something which comes naturally whenever we hear a fun song on the radio, and is generally a happy workout. So, give in to the rhythm the next time you hear a great tune, and shimmy the bad mood and lethargy away.
Keep a refreshing scent handy.
A calming yet fresh scent is very useful when you feel nauseatingly tired and dull. Including citrusy fragrances like lemongrass and orange are great if you want to add some bubbles to the champagne of life, and perk yourself up. Spritz liberally whenever you start to feel low.
Avoid people who tend to be negative.
While it’s not always possible to avoid negative people entirely, it is possible to recognise the source of negativity and distance oneself from it. Gossiping and criticising others sends too many bad vibes into the world, making life extremely draining. Embrace the positivity by staying out of this, and keeping life light and simple.
