Say Goodbye to Bad Days

Have you ever had a really bad day and everything keeps going wrong? Usually my bad days involve being late, car issues, breaking/dropping something, and accidentally injuring myself. And guess what? They usually all happen within the same day! I’ve been going to a lot of interviews lately, and someone asked me, “If I am having a bad day, what would I do to turn it around?” The first thought that popped into my head was; I would buy my favorite food. Usually if I’m in a bad mood, good food always helps me feel better for a temporary amount of time. I know it sounds stupid and silly, but it’s a start. If I change my mindset to finding a bunch of small things that make me happy, they eventually build up and have a lasting impact on my overall mood.

Here are some other ideas that I have used to change my mood:

Listen to music. Music always seems to change my mood. Even if I don’t want to listen to music, I put my phone on shuffle until I find a song that vibes with my day.

Watch a funny video or listen to a podcast.

FaceTime or call someone.

Venting: This goes along with calling someone, but typing or writing on a piece of paper can be just as satisfying.

Throw on comfy clothes. Nothing adds to a bad day than wearing uncomfortable clothes.

Go to a public place. Being around so many different personalities will change your attitude.

Go for a drive. You never know what might spark your interest. I recommend driving on a road that doesn’t have traffic.

(If you have time) If you are musically talented, play an instrument. (Don’t play an instrument if you don’t know how and are prone to getting easily frustrated).

(If you have time) Get active: Stretch, workout, do yoga, run, go for a hike, play a sport, or do whatever your physical fix is. Getting your body moving usually helps everything flow and usually helps me to be in a better mood.