Mood boosters
Behaving contrary to the way you feel can shift your emotional state. For example, smiling can evoke feelings of happiness when you're feeling down. Or taking a few slow deep breaths can calm you when you're feeling anxious.
It's important to have a few activities in mind for boosting your mood on a bad day. The easiest way to do that is by creating a list of things you enjoy doing when you're in a good mood, like going for a walk, listening to upbeat music, or having coffee with a friend.
Then, when you're in a bad mood (and your emotions aren't your friend), engage in a mood booster. Changing your behavior can shift your internal state and help you to feel happier.
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