7 Ways to Beat the Blues
Low moods are a fact of life and there are times when we just have to accept them as a natural consequence of things that upset us. Then there are times when low moods just seem to happen. Maybe it’s the time of year; maybe it’s the weather? We feel heavy, unmotivated, less tolerant or just not ourselves. Well, you could allow that mood to hang around like some unwelcome visitor or you could outwit it by trying one or more of these simple ideas:
Freshen up
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Have a shower, do your hair, trim your nails, brush your teeth. Get out of those clothes you slob around in and put something else on. Have a healthy breakfast and nourish your brain and body. A few ideas: scrambled eggs on wholegrain toast, muesli with low-fat yogurt, grilled mushrooms with a wholegrain bagel, a smoothie of fresh fruits or berries blended with some semi-skimmed milk. All delicious, and note how packet cereals and white bread have been left off my list!
10 Ways to Escape a Low Mood
When people feel low the main temptation is to let their mood get the upper hand. It doesn't need to be this way but thinking of ways to change the atmosphere and therefore the mood don't always come easily. Here are just a few things you might like to consider:
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What to do when you feel like nobody cares
One of the common laments of someone who suffers from depression is, “Nobody cares.” When someone says these words it is often very hard to assess the reality of the situation. Let's explore the many meanings of the phrase, “Nobody cares” and challenge our assumptions in the process.
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By — Last Modified: 08/06/2012, First Published: 06/19/2012
