Bad mood periodically visits everyone, there are many reasons for this - starting from fatigue and low tone due to real problems, ending with just an emotional stupor in the morning. I believe that mood is the key to success; when I am sad or dissatisfied with something, everything falls out of my hands.

Have you noticed this about yourself? You get up on the wrong foot in the morning, and off you go - you knocked over a cup of coffee on yourself, got stuck in a traffic jam, was late for work, received a reproachful look from your beloved boss, you work poorly and feel bad... It’s better to think a little about how to cheer up and recharge positive for the whole day.

Causes of bad mood

For example, these could be:

• vitamin deficiency and some hidden diseases (possibly in the very initial stage);
• real problems or difficulties;
• bad weather;
• some undetected grievances;
• life period for rethinking;
• hormonal disorders;
• emotional disorders.

If a bad mood accompanies a person throughout his life, then this is a good reason to visit a doctor - when a person gets sick, his mood and vitality quickly drop, he feels bad and becomes irritable.

How you can tone yourself up in five minutes

A person’s mood depends on the level of hormones that are responsible for emotions. In order for your mood to change, you need to somehow influence the amount of these hormones. Hormones are affected by:

• useful micro- and macro-elements that enter our body with food, drinks and vitamins;
• physical activity;
• placebo effect - if you do what a person usually does in a good mood, then the body can be tricked a little, and it will increase the level of hormones, which will significantly improve the mood.

What to eat for your mood

1. The simplest thing is to eat something sweet or rich in vitamins. Sweets help activate the functioning of the nervous system, which gradually aligns emotional background and at the same time a life attitude. There is another reason - sweets are simply pleasant. Even if you don't take them into account useful action, a little pleasure will help brighten up the most bleak picture of life and raise your vitality when you are at home, at work or walking.
2. Fruit will also work. They contain a complex complex of vitamins and essential oils, most of which help to quickly and effectively improve your own mood. It is best to choose those fruits that have more bright color and a pronounced smell - they are at that stage of ripeness when the amount of nutrients in them is as high as possible. Combinations of citrus fruits with coniferous aromas and herbs are best to tone up.
3. Vegetables are a great choice for those who are on a diet or simply don't like sweets. For example, broccoli contains a lot folic acid- and by the way, its lack leads to depression. Vegetables need to be eaten raw, then the effect will be longer and will appear very quickly; after heat treatment, they are bad and have little effect on well-being.
4. Whole grain bread or brown rice will help raise your vitality, recharge with positive emotions and vigor for the whole day. Carbohydrates, in principle, have a very positive effect on a person, and if this complex carbohydrates, which are released slowly, they are very useful.
5. Drinking a glass of water on time will also help you feel better - the concentration of salts and microparticles in the body changes, the pressure changes (this is important for those who react to bad weather).
6. A cup of coffee or tea will help you cheer up and forget about life's troubles, as well as lift your tone and energize you. Of course, overusing coffee is bad, but sometimes it’s a real salvation.
7. A little alcohol will help you relax - a glass of wine will relieve tension and charge you with positivity (for this you need to choose red wines).

Movement as a way to lift your spirits

Nowadays movement is not as important for a person as in those days - neither running after a mammoth nor escaping from enemies has been in our lives for a long time. However, the mechanism of evolutionary reward still works. If you turn on energetic music and dance for about half an hour, your mood will definitely improve. It is better to give preference to songs with a fast rhythm.

Walking is a great way to get out current state. When your strength is at zero and gloomy thoughts envelop your consciousness, it is enough to go outside and walk a few blocks. How it works? Firstly, during any mobility, the necessary for good mood substances.

Secondly, Fresh air, constant shift visual images, big flow external information- all this takes consciousness to a fundamentally different level. And if you have the opportunity to take a walk in nature or at least in the park, then the benefits will be twice as great. Regular walks help get rid of emotional depression - you can not only improve your mood, but generally improve your well-being.

Gymnastics too a good option, loud music and some squats will add joy.

My ways to improve my mood

Personally, I often get upset over trifles, and then I can’t concentrate. It helps me breathing exercises- I go out onto the office balcony and breathe according to science for a few minutes. During this time, the blood is enriched with oxygen, and life becomes much more fun.

Another method that I really like is massage. I bought a simple foot massager, and when the mood is at zero, I arrange an evening of relaxation - a kettle of good tea, interesting film or a book, a massage and some aromatic oils.

By the way, do you have an aroma lamp? If not, then believe me, you really need it. At one time I bought it simply because I liked the shape - it looked quite appropriate on my shelf. And then I decided to try it. The flickering of the candle, the pleasant aroma - it really helps. You can use forest aromas and scents as scents. coniferous trees, I like the smells of citrus fruits (scientists have proven that they have a positive effect on human emotions) and lemongrass.

And of course creativity. If I'm sad, I try to throw out my emotions in text or on canvas - this helps both to distract myself from sad thoughts and at the same time to understand myself a little.

How to deal with mood: a lesson from a psychologist

For these purposes, you can turn to a coach - this person translates your thoughts and desires to you, evaluates their reality and compliance with the direction. If you are sad about something, you don't need it. If you feel sad about something and you are in no hurry to get rid of it, then you like it.

This advice literally opened my eyes, I made a couple of changes in my life and forgot about what a negative mood is. A couple of cups of tea in the morning and vegetables throughout the day maintain my vitamin balance, yoga and a dance studio help me move more, and two beloved dogs provide long walks every day in the weather I love and charge me with positivity.

A good mood is simple, you just need to create the right conditions for it. Listen to your favorite music in the morning and dance - this will tone you up, walk in any weather in the morning or evening (you can walk with someone or alone), watch your thoughts and especially your mood in the morning - and you will always be in good spirits. excellent mood.

It's a shame when you get upset in the first half of the day, when, in fact, there is still a lot of time that needs to be devoted to work. No worthy thoughts come into your head, you don’t want to do anything, and you immediately feel a loss of strength. What if you are invited to dinner by friends in the evening? Do you really have to sit with a sour expression? I don’t want to infect others with my mood. Whatever the reasons, it is necessary to take measures that can bring you back to life.

Fortunately, there are a great many of them, as they say, for every taste and color, the main thing is not to delay the decision and choose the one that suits you. Consider the degree of despondency, lifestyle, opportunities and, of course, your character. For those who are suited to one, the other will not suit them at all. So from the right choice yours will depend emotional condition. So, let's begin!

How to cheer yourself up

All the methods that I will share with you today can be safely divided into several categories:

• physical, involving physical activity and nutrition
• psychological - self-discipline
• emotional - those that cause certain emotions

Move!

This method of raising your mood is very effective. I even tried it on myself. But not everyone is able to raise their butt and start moving. If you have no contraindications to activity and physical activity, be sure to try some of them. The benefits are enormous and not only as a means of lifting your mood. Are you tired of laziness? Read the article and work on yourself!

It has long been proven by many experiments and studies that movement not only makes a person strong, resilient and healthy, it also has the greatest impact on our consciousness and emotional state.

Bad mood? Put on your sportswear and run laps around the house or on a special treadmill. No opportunity? Go to the gym. For mothers with children or those who for some reason cannot leave the house, home exercises are suitable. Find great workouts with uplifting music and start moving.

You will feel tired very quickly, especially if you are not prepared and have not exercised at all before. But this is just the beginning. The body will begin to recover and produce the hormone of happiness. But that is not all! Self-satisfaction, increased self-esteem, the realization that you did it will lift your spirits even more.

Paradisaic delight!

The blues are afraid of your desires and preferences! Do you like sweets? Please! Treat yourself to your favorite treat if you really want it! Satisfaction brings an extraordinary feeling, thanks to which you will instantly forget about your bad mood. But there are many nuances here. For example, if you want to lose weight and the reason for not better mood – excess weight, then you should limit yourself and eat a small piece of cake or chocolate. Otherwise, after a moment of weakness, you may become even more depressed due to your lack of restraint and lack of willpower! But, if there are no problems with this, feel free to eat whatever your heart desires!

The healthiest sweet is natural chocolate. It contains the amino acid tryptophan. During processing, it turns into serotonin - the hormone of happiness.

Drink your vitamins!

In the autumn-spring period, the body very often experiences a lack of vitamins. It is not for nothing that they say that these are the most critical times of the year, when many people are susceptible to... frequent shifts moods. Diseases worsen, immunity declines, and poor health prevents you from living a full life. It is at such moments that you should especially monitor your health, eat rationally and balancedly, and also take vitamins.

Vegetables and fruits, berries and herbs will be especially useful at this time. Instead of juices, cook compotes and make fruit drinks from cranberries and lingonberries. They are sold frozen in any large supermarket.

This year I stocked up sufficient quantity. I eat it myself and give it to my children and husband every day, 1 tablespoon. This is great food supplement, which is better than any synthetic vitamins, benefits the body and protects against diseases and bad mood.

Relax!

Often the cause of a bad mood can be overwork. When our body experiences a huge lack of energy. At the same time, you feel tired and unwell. What a mood we are talking about!

Moreover, it is very important not to cross the line and not make such a situation chronic. On days when you feel blue due to overwork, give yourself a good rest. and calm - best medicine.

And most importantly, in future try not to let similar situations. Manage your body's time and energy wisely to always be in a great mood. Emotional and physical health- above all.

House cleaning and rearranging!

As ridiculous as it may sound, cleaning and order have a huge impact on our mood. As they say, order in the head means order in life.

Constant mess and scattered things are depressing, do not allow you to fully relax and do not satisfy your needs at all. Not to mention how much nerves it takes to find the things you need. Finally, clean the house and live happily! But this advice is most likely suitable for slobs.

For housewives who love cleanliness and try to maintain it, most likely, it will not help, but there is a slightly different interpretation this advice. Change the environment by rearranging furniture, updating the interior and design. Any changes, no matter how significant, lift your spirits and give a breath of fresh air for new changes.

The mood for positive mood

It is very important to tune in to a positive wave when it comes to raising your mood. If you constantly think about the bad, feel sorry for yourself, and nothing good will come of it, even if you run until you lose strength, eat only vitamins and carry out rearrangements at night.

Literally capable of working miracles and changing the life of a pessimist in general. Remember funny stories that once happened to you or your friends, think about what good there is in your life, besides those events that ruined your mood.

Are there really no things that make you happy? Life is associated with white and black stripes. And it will be black as long as you think about it.

Always think about the good, don't let negative thoughts enter your head. Imagine, dream only what brings you pleasure!

Intimate talk

What could be better than heart-to-heart conversations with your beloved girlfriend or boyfriend. At such moments you feel great support and understanding. All emotions give way, the soul becomes lighter, the mood improves, and the blues go away.

Moreover, it is best to talk with friends not on the phone, but in a neutral, cozy place, like a cafe or diner. Well, if you manage to gather a group of friends, then you won’t be bored at all. Charge positive emotions, meeting with old acquaintances, new stories from life will lift your spirits. Even if you cry into your best friend’s vest, it will become easier. Such a shake-up will only benefit you; the main thing is to choose reliable and understanding interlocutors.

Fulfillment of desires

Surely each of you has a desire that, in principle, is quite possible, but for some reason you constantly postponed its fulfillment. For example, there was no time, money or the circumstances were wrong. You can cheer yourself up very quickly if you fulfill your desire, which you have been putting off for a long time.

Did you want to go to a concert of your favorite singer or buy stilettos, but you didn’t feel like spending money? Or maybe you wanted to take an extra day off, but didn’t dare ask your boss about it? Give yourself a little shake-up - visit a circus, a show, go to a movie or theater. On the background monotonous life and gray everyday life, you will definitely cheer yourself up and cheer up a little.

Fulfillment of desires and new incredible emotions give a huge charge to move forward, and you definitely won’t have to be sad in the near future.

Do what you love

Perhaps the reason for your bad mood is dissatisfaction and self-searching. How we always want to do what we like and what we are drawn to. Office worker and workers, as a rule, work for money, and completely forget about their hobbies and hobbies.

Being able to realize yourself, even if you only get pleasure from it without monetary reward, is the key to self-respect.

Think if you don’t know for sure what you would like to do besides your main job. Perhaps you have always been interested in collecting or cooking new exotic dishes, or maybe you dreamed of drawing or sewing?

Find like-minded people, share your creativity with others, feel recognized. Some people turn their hobby step by step into a business. The main thing is not to give up, but to move forward.

Well, if you have unfinished tasks and they are weighing on you, plan your coming days in such a way as to complete them completely. The satisfaction that you will get just from not standing still and trying to correct the situation will already lift your spirits and instill self-respect for your person.

Tears

Don't hide your emotions and feelings. If you want to cry, cry. Scientists have proven that as tears flow down your cheeks, the body begins to produce the hormone of satisfaction and happiness. It's like this defensive reaction on stressful situations.

And indeed, after the outburst of emotions, one feels such relief, and the problem is no longer as acute as it seemed, and everything seems to be fine. So don’t be shy, show your feelings, all the negativity will pour out along with tears.

Personal care

Drastic changes in image or simple self-care procedures also entail an emotional shock.

If you want, you can change your hair color or hairstyle. An excellent option, but not the cheapest, is to change your wardrobe.

Methods are cheaper, but no less effective than the previous ones - go to a beauty salon, do spa treatments at home, for example, take and make a face mask.

Loving yourself is a link that cannot be separated from life. If you don’t love and value yourself, no one will. Self-care is part of self-love and should become a habit.

Dream

Many will say how bad moods and dreams are related to each other. It has many advantages. But some underestimate this technique and don't take it seriously.

To lie down and dream, relax, forget about problems, imagine that you have everything in your hands, all your dreams have come true - this relieves a huge emotional stress and sort thoughts into categories.

If you are in a bad mood, try to retire, take a comfortable position, close your eyes and think about good things, imagine that all your wishes have come true... You may want to visit other worlds and visit foreign lands. Draw pictures, imagine, and you will soon feel that your mood is rising, everything is returning to normal.

Change yourself

Well, the last piece of advice that I would like to give to those who are constantly testing themselves for strength, are on the verge of depression and stress. For those who are constantly in a bad mood.

No matter what happens in life, it nevertheless continues. There is a lot of unknown and unusual things around us. The world is beautiful in its beauty and splendor, and only those who really want to see it can see it all.

It might be worth thinking about what kind of lifestyle you lead. Anyone can change themselves, create new skills, the main thing is to start and not stop, despite failures.

Analyze everything. Which ones need adjustment? For example, start playing sports, make friends and enjoy the little things.

Find yourself a hobby, if possible, change it unloved job to a more interesting one. Develop yourself, read books, make your life rich and colorful. All in your hands!

How to cheer yourself up using express methods

• Watch a comedy
• Read jokes
• Listen to fun music
• Take a contrast shower
• Do some good deeds
• Do something stupid, but only innocent
• Take a walk in the fresh air

Now you know how to cheer yourself up. How do you deal with the blues? Share your proven methods in the comments! See you again! I kiss everyone and bye!

1 way to cheer yourself up: look through old photos

When you are sad, open a photo album that shows the pleasant moments of your life. Hormones of joy will be released no worse than chocolate! This was shown by studies by British scientists who compared the effects of chocolate, alcohol, listening to music, viewing and looking at old photographs on humans. Music and chocolate had virtually no effect on the mood of most people, alcohol and TV gave a slight boost (1%), but photographs improved the mood in 11% of cases.

Therefore, set your favorite photos on your computer screensaver or look at them periodically.

2 way to cheer yourself up: chew nuts and eat salmon

Always have walnuts on hand as a snack and add salmon to your meals. Both of these foods contain omega-3 unsaturated fatty acids, which can make us less depressed and more peaceful.

3 way to lift your mood: inhale calming aromas

Place scented candles or diffusers in your office. In one Austrian study, two groups of people were given orange and lavender flavors. As a result, they were more positive and calm compared to participants who were not exposed to the aromas.

4 ways to cheer yourself up: open the windows

Let me sunlight pour into the room when you wake up. A study of 450 women found that those who awoke to bright light, felt more energetic and rested. Don't have enough time to relax in bed? Have breakfast and exercise on the exercise machine near an open window. Scientists say that the combination of physical exercise and bright sunshine improve no mood and improves overall tone.

5 ways to cheer yourself up: take a walk in the fresh air

If you work in an office, be sure to go outside. Fresh air improves productivity, relieves sleep problems and depression.

6 ways to cheer yourself up: do exercises

If you have some time, do a couple of exercises. Some people find it difficult to switch from one activity to another, especially when they are in a bad mood, but believe me, with a little effort you will start smiling. The trick is correct selection workout. There is no point in making great efforts to fight the blues; do something not burdensome - for example , pleasant and household chores mi. And think of it as a mental break, not an exercise.

If you are angry, do something that will keep you from focusing on your thoughts. Play badminton or take up aerobics—learning new moves will free your mind. negative thoughts.

7 ways to cheer yourself up: get organized

Clutter is a reminder of things that need to be done but are forgotten. This can make you feel like a failure. As quick solution, some surfaces in an office or place you frequent. Organize everything into folders, drawers and baskets. Even the illusion of order is enough to make you feel freer.

8 ways to cheer yourself up: think quickly

If someone makes you angry, quickly go through all of it in your mind positive sides. If nothing comes to mind, then, negative. Scientists believe that accelerated thinking accelerates chemical processes in the brain, and it’s just distracting.

9 ways to cheer yourself up: watch funny videos or comedies

Sincere laughter triggers chemical reactions, which instantly lift your mood, reduce pain and stress, and improve immunity.

10 ways to cheer yourself up: enjoy shopping

Don't grab it right away credit card, remember: you should spend money not on things, but on experiences. It has been proven that people who choose to buy things over going to a concert or dining at an expensive restaurant are much happier. Added bonus: you get to spend quality time with your loved ones.

11 Ways to Cheer Up Your Mood: Look Happy

A smile and a satisfied expression on your face can make you happy. If you act like a carefree and confident person, you will eventually become one.

12 ways to cheer yourself up: relax

Peace and quiet can also bring joy. Scientists explain this by an innate desire for solitude (this tendency can already be seen in newborn children - in response to stimuli they close their eyes or turn away). Take a break from your busy day: sit back, close your eyes, and think about your plans for the weekend.

13 ways to cheer yourself up: chat with good acquaintances or friends

Communication with a cheerful person makes us more cheerful.

14 ways to cheer yourself up: cut vegetables

Prepare some labor-intensive (and healthy) dish. Cooking, along with yoga and, neutralizes negative emotions.

15 ways to cheer yourself up: do good deeds

People who give to charity are more satisfied with their lives and are happier, even regardless of the amount they contribute. Join a charity or find other ways to help people. Researchers say that charity develops in us qualities that help us appreciate all the good things in our lives.

Rosa Vetrova

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— Causes of moodiness
- How to cheer up? Advice from psychologists
— 7 simple tips, which will 100% improve your state of mind
— How to improve your mood in 10 minutes?
— 2 non-standard way awaken your emotions
- Conclusion

In every person's life there are moments that we call a bad mood. This state is unsettling and can overshadow any long-awaited holiday or event. Apathy to what is happening, a feeling of anxiety and emotional instability appears.

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Psychotherapists talk about simple ways to always be in a good mood. There are a few practical advice, helping to be optimistic and not allow bad thoughts and situations ruin the day.

1) Music.
Listen to music that you like. Psychologists also recommend singing along if possible. When melancholy has settled in your soul, feel free to drive it away with the help of your favorite melody in your headphones.

2) Dance.
This may be a continuation of the first point. This will give you positive energy for the whole day. The main rule is to move actively.

3) Get out.
Often a bad mood comes from a mess. A minimal amount of tidying up will help quickly correct the situation. Make it a rule to start your workday by cleaning your desk. You will feel that neatly folded items significantly improve your mood. If you are at home, start making your home more comfortable. It will also help to create comfort and thereby improve your mood. spring-cleaning, change of bed linen. Spend a few minutes a day on this. This way you are distracted from bad thoughts.

4) The right attitude.
No matter what happens, always remain optimistic. In any situation, set yourself up for a positive outcome. Assert yourself that everything will be fine, and you can easily overcome the difficulties that arise. When you go into a meeting, always think about a positive outcome. People have an expression: “Human thought is material.” Therefore, by remaining optimistic, you will always solve problems that arise with ease.

5) Talk about the problem.
Talk about what worries you with a friend, mother, relative. Even just saying it out loud brings significant relief and lifts your spirits.

6) Give yourself joy.
Do what you love. Spend a couple of minutes on your favorite game, watch your favorite movie in the cinema or at home, read a book by your favorite author.

7) Make a promise to yourself.
Promise to become an optimist and not pay attention to minor troubles. You can always fight back against a bad mood. Become a person with good and positive attitude it is possible, and everyone can do it.

8) Contrast shower.
This is a physiological way to create a good mood. When a person is doused alternately with hot and cold water, then the tension goes away.

9) Get some sleep.
A bad mood often occurs due to simple fatigue. Therefore, put everything aside and relax.

Here are some tips to help you get rid of your bad mood, restore optimism, balance, self-control, and enjoy life.

Tip #1. Remember that you can improve your mood
One of the most effective ways To improve your mood is to always remember that you yourself are capable of doing it. In fact, changing your mood is much easier than you think, and this is a great reason for optimism.

Tip #2. Determine the causes of deterioration in mood
Don't think that trying to pretend you don't feel anger or envy or humiliation is a sign emotional intelligence. It actually doesn't benefit others and harms you.

Tip #3. Minimize damage
Everyone who falls under the hot hand can suffer from your bad mood. But you know why you feel irritated, so don’t take it out on others. A dog should not bite a cat just because a person kicked it.

Tip #4. Remember, you are not your bad mood
Sometimes under the influence strong emotions people act contrary to all their core values ​​and beliefs.

We can come to the conclusion that during vivid manifestations of emotions a person shows his true face, but this is far from the case. After all, anger, fear or despondency are just temporary disturbances in your consciousness that you can learn to control. To do this, you always need to remember who you really are and maintain composure in any situation.

Tip #5. Change your face to change your mood.
Communicating with others, we experience different emotions. One of the means of expressing them is facial expressions - we can frown, wince, smile, etc. We quite rightly believe that when we are happy, we look happy and when we are sad, our face takes on a sad expression. Researchers have found that facial expression also works the other way.

Research has shown that these changes cause blood to flow not only to the face, but also to our brain. We move our eyebrows when we want to concentrate, and this causes blood to flow from the face to the brain (which may be what helps us concentrate better). Changes in facial expressions affect brain temperature, which is key to understanding why adopting a certain expression can make you feel better or worse.

The metabolic activity of our brain produces so much heat that it needs constant cooling. The air entering through the nostrils helps lower the temperature of the brain, and when it cools, you feel better.

When we frown, the nostrils narrow, which leads to heating of the brain (it was experimentally found that when we wrinkle our nose for just 30 seconds, the temperature of the brain increases fivefold, causing a deterioration in well-being).

At the same time, a smile, even an insincere one, provides an average increase in the volume of air passing through the nose by 29 milliliters over a short period of time, and this pleasantly cools the brain.

That is, we can arrange " short circuit» bad mood by consciously changing facial expression. So you can smile or retreat to silently say "E" until your mood lifts - your brain will thank you for it.

Tip #6. Improve your mood by taking a walk in nature.
When your mood worsens, it tries to subjugate all your actions. If you do not resist this, your brain will stop listening to you, and you will not be able to overcome depression. In order to get rid of the effect " emotional brain”, you can do crossword puzzles in order to activate the “thinking brain”, or even better - go for a walk. It has been proven that physical exercise significantly better at helping to get rid of depressive state than drug treatment.

You can go for a walk (or even a jog if you are healthy enough) and, if possible, get out into nature. Recent research has shown that spending time and exercise in natural settings - even in city parks and gardens - is incredibly beneficial for strengthening mental health, including for quickly lifting mood and even improving immune functions. Conclusion: Get outside and move!

Tip #7. Relax.
To maintain a bad mood, you need to maintain tension and focus exclusively on negative feelings. So do the opposite! Make it a goal to relax and focus on other thoughts and images outside the narrow confines of your mood.

— How to improve your mood in 10 minutes?

Of course, a glass of champagne, delicious chocolate and watching your favorite comedy warm blanket- a proven method. But, unfortunately, (or fortunately?) we cannot always use it.

In any case, alcohol is definitely not suitable for raising your mood at work, and there is generally a shortage of blankets in the office. Luckily for us, there are other ways to cheer yourself up without leaving the cash register, so to speak.

To begin with, we create a “joyful background” in the workplace (and this, imagine, is possible). Fresh air from a slightly open window, invigorating aromas and cheerful music will help us with this. If there is an opportunity to “sing along” and “dance along” - great, this is generally “what the doctor ordered.”

Citrus scents are best suited to uplift your mood. If you “accidentally” have an orange, tangerine or grapefruit on hand, cut it thinner (just don’t burst it right away, let it sit at least a little on the plate - let it saturate the whole room with positivity). If you don’t have citrus fruits, coffee will do just fine.

Give your head a massage. To do this, it is best to use a “massage comb” (if not available, a regular one will also do). Comb your hair for 2-3 minutes in front of the mirror. At the same time, try to keep your back straight, straighten your shoulders and smile at yourself, your beloved, from the bottom of your heart.

A light massage of the ears and fingers is another proven means of lifting your mood. Twist them in different sides(not ears, fingers!), rub your palms vigorously, then massage biologically active points(on the temples, between the eyebrows, at the wings of the nose).

“Scratching” your arms from wrist to elbow helps to improve your mood. Yes, yes, don't laugh. Although, what I say is LAUGH, of course! Read the jokes, watch Funny Pics animals, funny videos... In a few minutes there will be no trace of your bad mood!

— 2 non-standard ways to awaken your emotions

1) “Turn on” your sense of smell.
You've probably noticed more than once that the smell of your favorite flowers or cut grass brings life to life. Nice memories, takes you back to the days when you were happy. And your mood instantly improves! This is not an accident: the area of ​​the brain responsible for smell is one of the most ancient, so memories “fixed” with smells are the most stable.

It is no coincidence that aromatherapy – influencing the body with the help of essential oils – has become so popular today. Find the scent that suits you and you can cheer yourself up at any time.

2) Control the color.
Since ancient times, different peoples have used color as part of symbolism during religious or state ceremonies. However, its true significance for human psyche It was discovered only in the 50s of the last century by the Swiss scientist Max Lüscher. He expressed the opinion that each of the colors symbolizes a certain psychological need or inclination.

That's why color preferences perfectly characterize a person. There is also Feedback: by betting on one shade or another, we can influence our inner world. Keep this in mind when choosing clothes or interior items.

- Conclusion

A person's mood can change several times in one day. Unfortunately, for most people, it is very rarely good and instantly falls even because of an insignificant detail. However, all is not lost and there are proven ways that will help you lift your mood without putting much effort into it.

For example, it is enough to simply stretch your lips into a smile and keep it on your face for 5 minutes. Before you know it, you will feel much better. And this is just one of the most simple ways influence your internal state. All in your hands. Go for it!

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The first thing I, as a psychologist, would recommend you start with is to try to understand the reasons for your bad mood. Just five minutes ago you were smiling, but now you suddenly feel despondent and apathetic? What happened? Did you think about something, remember something, or did some event happen? Is there anything you can do to minimize Negative consequences? If yes - do it! If not, all you have to do is accept the situation and resort to other ways to improve your mood.

Sport

Sport can be called perhaps the most effective way that exists to lift your spirits. Physical activity will make you take your mind off gloomy thoughts, turn on bodily sensitivity, give you a charge of vigor, and a beautiful, toned body will increase your self-esteem and self-confidence. Choose the type of training that you personally like. This could be running, fitness, gym, etc. If you don't have the opportunity to go to the gym, home workouts will also do the job perfectly. The main thing is to find free space in the apartment and turn up the music louder!

Visiting the pool is a great option for improving your overall well-being and mood. Water procedures have a beneficial effect on the human body, have a mechanical and temperature effect, improve blood circulation, help relax, and stimulate the immune system. There is no opportunity to go to the pool - take a bath or shower. You can get special pleasure by creating a pleasant, relaxing environment in the bathroom, you can light candles and turn on light music. Don't forget to add foam or aromatic oil to the water!

Dancing

Dancing is another type physical activity, capable of setting you up for a positive wave. You can sign up for dance classes, choosing a suitable dance direction for yourself, or you can turn on some exciting music at home and dance in front of the mirror.

If the word diet doesn’t resonate with you, you can treat yourself to something tasty. Go to the nearest confectionery store, go to a cozy cafe or cook your favorite dish at home! The process of cooking will captivate you, relieve you of negative thoughts, and the pleasure of the result and a delicious treat will improve your mood!

Drawing is a process that can captivate you for a long time. By drawing, you relax, your nervous system calms down, problems are forgotten, and you immerse yourself in creativity, enjoying the process. You can practice drawing at home, or you can enroll in special studios, where professionals will help you plunge into Magic world painting.

Often a bad mood is associated with overwork and fatigue. Lack of energy and lack of vigor deprive us of the opportunity to enjoy life and enjoy basic things. Do you give yourself the opportunity to rest? Just do nothing, lie on the couch, without feeling any remorse. I believe that for some people this can be very difficult, such is the pace of our lives now. But still, try to find an opportunity to rest every day. And of course, don’t forget about getting good sleep!

It may seem that this method of raising your mood is a little strange, but I want to assure you that it is no less effective. Things scattered everywhere are depressing, create a feeling of chaos and tension, and visual picture chaos reduces the overall emotional mood. Putting your apartment or house in order metaphorically helps you put your head, your thoughts and feelings, and ultimately your life in order. By the way, rearranging furniture or updating the interior also brings pleasant changes in mood.

Get support and understanding from Hard time Heart-to-heart conversations with people close to you help. Greatest effect have meetings with friends in person. Live communication, a cup of tea or coffee, old stories from life will fill you with warmth and pleasant feelings, you will want to enjoy life again. Communication via social media with friends is also quite effective.

Dreams

Do you like to dream? Are you able to feel lightness and euphoria when you give free rein to your imagination? Try to take a comfortable position, relax and immerse yourself in the magical world created by your subconscious. Think about good and pleasant things for you, imagine how your dreams come true. Dim lights and light music will help you with this. Your body will relax, emotional stress will decrease and you won’t even notice how your mood will improve.

Fulfillment of desires

I am sure that many of you have a desire that is not very difficult to fulfill, but for one reason or another you Its implementation was constantly delayed. For example, bad timing or financial difficulties. But negative attitude will immediately disappear if you finally allow yourself to get what you want. Buy a ticket to the concert of your favorite artist, buy your favorite shoes, get a tattoo or finally jump with a parachute! Carrying out something you've been planning for a long time will give you a boost positive emotions and a lot of fun (I wrote about how to make wishes correctly in the article« » ).

Favourite buisness

Do you have a hobby? Or something that you really enjoy doing and get a lot of pleasure from? In moments of despair, it is what you love that will help you cope with the negativity. Reading books, knitting, cooking, studying foreign language, modeling, computer games and much more will channel your tension into the right direction, will allow you to be distracted and improve your well-being. Or maybe the fact is that you don’t have a favorite activity? This happens very often, because work and household chores take up almost all of our time. In this case, try to listen to yourself and understand what really fascinates you? What activities do you enjoy? Don't hold yourself back, take action!

Take time for yourself. Make a hair or face mask, if finances allow, visit a beauty salon. Beautiful makeup and a fashionable manicure can do wonders for a girl’s mood! And if you add to this stylish hairstyle and a brand new dress - you are guaranteed a good mood! Shopping is also quite suitable for men; you can buy not only a piece of clothing, but also a fashion accessory. By taking care of yourself, taking care of yourself, you create good habit, lay a solid foundation for your well-being in life.

Changes in life

All the methods described above are suitable for people whose bad mood is not a permanent condition. But if you constantly feel melancholy and despondency, then the most reliable and long-term method of improving your mood is to seek help from professional help to a psychologist. With the help of this specialist you will be able to detect real reasons underlying your negative view of the world and change your life in better side. After all, a constant bad mood very soon develops into a habit that can be difficult to get rid of.

You can change your life on your own. I wrote about how to do this in the article« » . Try to think about how your life works? What is missing from it, why? negative emotions and there is so much tension? How does your lifestyle affect your mood? Try to fill your day with pleasant moments, make it interesting and positive.

And finally, I want to offer youexpress methods for improving mood:

• take a walk in the fresh air;
• look funny pictures or videos on the Internet;
• listen to your favorite music;
• take a bath or contrast shower;
• watch your favorite comedy film;
• take a car ride through the city at night;
• play and cuddle with pets;
• buy some desired thing, even if it is a trifle;
• read an interesting book;
• arrange a photo shoot with friends;
• experiment with appearance and makeup;
• give yourself a massage yourself or ask a loved one;
• buy indoor plant, take care of him;
• look through the photo album, remember pleasant moments from life…

There are a lot of ways to set yourself up for a positive wave. Try different options and choose the ones that suit you. But the main thing that will help you is your desire to enjoy life despite any difficulties or problems. After all, a good mood helps you overcome all the difficulties that stand in your way many times more effectively.

I wonder if you have any proven ways to improve your mood? I would be grateful if you share them in the comments.