1. Laugh It off
We have all had those days in which everything that could possibly go wrong happens to go wrong. Those days when you feel like the universe is epically crapping on you. Those days that are just so terrible it's almost funny. I can recall one epically bad day last semester, It began with a voice mail informing me I didn't get into a greek organization I went out for and ended with my laptop exploding and with it went my Spanish project and anthropology paper. At the end of the day, the only thing that helped was to laugh it off because sometimes that all we really can do.
2. Dance It out
We can all take a hint from Greys Anatomy on this one. Anyone who has ever seen the show has watched countless episodes where Christina and Meredith dance it out. Sometimes you really need to put on some music and dance around the house like nobody is watching because it will make you feel better!
3. Pet and other Furry things
Anyone who has experienced the unconditional love of a furry companion knows that is the best feeling in the world. Personally, my pets are my life. At school, it's hard because my dogs are not around to greet me at my door with their wagging tails. If your pet isn't around to love you there are some alternatives, Funny cat videos, stuffed animals and a few cute pictures of your pets can turn your frown upside down.
4. Go To the Gym
Running or any sort of physical exercise releases endorphins in the brain. These endorphins make a person more energetic, more awake and happier. So next time you are having a bad day, lace up your sneaks and go for a run.
5. Take a shower
If you are ever sick, sad or just feeling lousy the best thing you can do for yourself is to take a shower. For whatever reason it works, maybe it is something about hot water metaphorically "cleaning" off the day.
6. Call your person
Whether your person is your parent, boyfriend or a close friend, they are your person. They will know exactly what to say to make you laugh, to make you smile and most importantly they know what to say to make you feel better. So call them and talk, usually just hearing their voice will make it better. The worst thing you can do is to bottle whatever you are feeling up inside.
7. Go Out and Have Fun
The worst thing you can do to yourself after having a bad day is to have a bad night. Sitting home in your pajamas and feeling sorry for yourself is not gonna help anyone. So go out, find some friends and go to a party, see a movie or just have a girls night out. It doesn't matter what you do as long as you do something!
