You know how some days just start off kinda blah? Well, guess what? You’ve got the power to flip that around. No need for a time machine or anything fancy. Just a few simple moves can make a big difference. It’s like, you might’ve rolled out of bed feeling a bit off, but hey, there’s still plenty of day left to make it awesome!
So, here’s some cool tips to kickstart a day that’s had a rough start:
1. Treat yourself to a shower or soak in a bath. It doesn’t matter if the water is hot or cold. Feeling the water on your skin can totally switch up how you feel; it’s like a mini escape. Soon you’ll feel your body starting to chill out.
2. Take a nap. Sneak in a quick nap. Reset button to the rescue. Recharge and come back with a fresh outlook on your day. It’s like a mini do-over.
3. Chat with a friend. You know you have that one friend that can always cheer you up. Call her and let her words do their magic. She’s probably dying to hear from you anyway.
4. Eliminate something from your schedule. Nifty little trick! That to-do list shouldn’t seem like a mountain that you just can’t climb. Scratch off that least important thing; it can wait for a day or two.
5. Pet your furry best friend pet. Get an instant dose of happiness by spending time with a pet. Cuddle a furry friend, play fetch, or just chill together for a few minutes. They have a special way of making everything better. Pet your little bundles of joy.
6. Make yourself laugh. Watch a funny movie. Read a few jokes. Make good use of YouTube.
7. Crank up those tunes. Play that song; you know, that one that always puts a smile on your face. Have it ready, like a snack, a pick-me-up. Better yet, play it loud and sing like no one’s listening.
8. Move your body. A moving body is a total mood booster! Any sort of exercise will do. Lift some weights or play some tennis. Get your blood flowing, your lungs working, and your energy level up.
9. Whip up a gratitude list. It works like a charm. By shining a spotlight on the feel good stuff, your mood will lift. This shifts your brain from the not-so-great stuff to the amazing stuff in your life. A super simple way to remind yourself that you have terrific things going on.
10. Memory Lane. Flip through some photos (old or new) and take a trip down memory lane. It never fails to make you smile. Brighten your day with old memories with those little stashes of joy in your heart.
11. Indulge with chocolate. Is it not just delicious? A few bites aren’t going to hurt you. As a matter of fact, it’s like a mood-boosting secret weapon. Need a health perk, also? Make it dark chocolate. It’ll turn your frown upside down.
12. Meditate. Meditation it a mini vacation for your mind. Lift your spirits and sharpen your focus, while you hit a refresh button in your brain. Just a few minutes can make a world of difference.
What feels like a bad day is just really a bad moment. It can throw off your whole vibe. Don’t get stuck with it. You’ve got the power to flip it! You’ve got 12 kickstarts to turn things around. Take a few deep breaths. You’ve got this!
Dawn Corbett is a driven, self-motivated, elementary educator, and a molder of young minds. She has taught in public education for twenty plus years. Creating original content is something that she is passionate about and gets excited about. She knows the value of confidentiality, cooperation, and being a team player. Working as an editor and blog writer has given her a valuable opportunities to develop her own intellect and a different perspective on how to respectfully communicate with others in different styles.