1. Go for a walk.
Exercise and fresh air never fail to put you in a better mood.
2. Call someone you haven't talked to in a while.
Reconnecting with an old friend can instantly brighten up your day.
3. Dance
Are you a good dancer? (Trick question, it doesn't matter) Dance it out.
4. Workout
On the same page as dancing, physical activity releases endorphins that relieve stress and clear your mind.
5. Color or do dot-to-dot therapy
Adult coloring books have been all the rage lately, and it's because they really do work.
6. Go for a drive
Get lost, find a good scenic route and just enjoy your surroundings.
7. Have some alone time
Taking time for yourself is always important. Take the time to reflect and find the good in what you're doing.
8. Take a hot shower
Something magical and cleansing happens when you take a long, hot shower that leaves you feeling refreshed.
9. Call your Mom
For some of us this is the first thing we do. Personally, I find that my Mom knows me better than I know myself. She almost always has the answers and when she doesn't, she sure as hell is going to help me find them.
10. Clean
Clean anything or everything. Decluttering your surroundings gives us a sense of organization which can relieve stress and leave us feeling accomplished.
11. Rest
Take a frickin nap. Sleep deprivation is one of the biggest issues in today's world. Rest and sleep can instantly improve your mood and clear a foggy mind.
12. Chocolate
We've all heard the studies about how eating chocolate creates the same sentiment as love, right? Well, for once let's not challenge this science based myth and just let loose. Eat as little or as much as you want. Eat and don't have any regrets. Chocolate =Love.
13. Learn something new
Learning allows us to forget our troubles and focus on the task at hand. Whether it be something as simple as tying a new knot or something as intricate as a new instrument or language, allow yourself the opportunity to learn and engage.
14. Treat yo self.
Often times we use this phrase as a joke, but in this case, just do it. Give yourself a limit, $10 or $20, and indulge. They don't call it retail therapy for nothing.
15. Write
Write about what upsets you, what makes you happy, things you're thankful for, people you love, make a list of things to do, or things not to do. Just put words on paper.
16. Cry
We all would like to think we're too strong to cry, but the harsh reality is that sometimes crying is the best way to get over whatever it is that's making you feel so down. Crying can help us get over the biggest issues; like the tears running down our face are taking the worries with them.
