We've all been there. That one day where you seem to be drowning in all your problems and/or issues. That day where nothing seems to go your way, even when you need it. A plain old crappy day. Here's a post to get you to notice the good even when you think everything is crumbling.
1. Talk it out.
Keeping negativity stored inside you is never good. You mind as well be wearing a sign saying, "Caution! Subject to explosion at any given time." Talk it out with a trusted friend if possible. He or she can give some advice or even a nice hug will do the trick. If you're not that outspoken with your feelings [like me], try writing down your problems and think of solutions. Getting the negativity out of your system will really help change your outlook on the rest of your day.
2. Try some comic relief.
A good laugh never hurt anybody! On a bad day, try to watch or listen to the things that make you laugh the most. A good, funny vine or youtube video does the trick for me! Believe or not, what you watch actually can have a prolonged affect on your mood.
*I personally recommend a Joe Santagato youtube video. I am literally laughing at the top of my lungs during his videos!*
3. Take a nap.
This may not work if you have a bunch of stuff to do (if you do, you may want to read #4), but it will help you relax. Now i'm not talking a 6-hour "nap" but maybe a 20-30 minute rest from a stressful day. And who knows, you may even get a happy dream out of it :)
4. Make a to-do list and cross out an item every time you complete a task.
This one is for those days where your work is practically taking over. My friend recently gave me this advice on my bad day. This helps to make sure you don't get overwhelmed by the work you have to do. Crossing out tasks gives a feeling of achievement, with every item crossed out is a step closer to less stress in your day.
5. Focus on the positive.
This is something I personally think we all forget to do. Look back at your day and point out the GOOD things rather than the bad. A good mark on a test. A smile in the hallway. Even a nice, warm cookie at school. Once you start to look at the good, the bad doesn't seem that terrible anymore.
1. Talk it out.
Keeping negativity stored inside you is never good. You mind as well be wearing a sign saying, "Caution! Subject to explosion at any given time." Talk it out with a trusted friend if possible. He or she can give some advice or even a nice hug will do the trick. If you're not that outspoken with your feelings [like me], try writing down your problems and think of solutions. Getting the negativity out of your system will really help change your outlook on the rest of your day.
2. Try some comic relief.
A good laugh never hurt anybody! On a bad day, try to watch or listen to the things that make you laugh the most. A good, funny vine or youtube video does the trick for me! Believe or not, what you watch actually can have a prolonged affect on your mood.
*I personally recommend a Joe Santagato youtube video. I am literally laughing at the top of my lungs during his videos!*
3. Take a nap.
This may not work if you have a bunch of stuff to do (if you do, you may want to read #4), but it will help you relax. Now i'm not talking a 6-hour "nap" but maybe a 20-30 minute rest from a stressful day. And who knows, you may even get a happy dream out of it :)
4. Make a to-do list and cross out an item every time you complete a task.
This one is for those days where your work is practically taking over. My friend recently gave me this advice on my bad day. This helps to make sure you don't get overwhelmed by the work you have to do. Crossing out tasks gives a feeling of achievement, with every item crossed out is a step closer to less stress in your day.
5. Focus on the positive.
This is something I personally think we all forget to do. Look back at your day and point out the GOOD things rather than the bad. A good mark on a test. A smile in the hallway. Even a nice, warm cookie at school. Once you start to look at the good, the bad doesn't seem that terrible anymore.