Ah, the Bad Day. We’ve all been there…
Beautifille.com is all about positivity and happiness, but no matter how much of an optimist you are, there’s no escaping the bad day. It’s inevitable! It happens from time to time. However, we still have the choice on how to respond to a bad day. I would encourage you to try as much as you can to instead consciously do something about it, rather than drown in how you’re feeling.
Here’s a list of 50 things to do to lift your mood a little (or distract yourself) from a bad day. Please add your own in the comments below.
- Take a bubble bath. Run your favorite bubble bath, light some candles, close your eyes and relax. Tune the world out for awhile.
- Write a poem. Let out how you feel, or choose a topic and write a poem on it.
- Make some cupcakes! Who doesn’t love cupcakes?
- Talk to the funniest person you know.
- Two words: YouTube videos. Always works! My favorite are puppy videos.
- Watch some chick flicks.
- Surf funny/joke websites. Some sites: Funny or Die.
- Listen to your favorite music.
- Pray.
- Read blogs. Read some of your favorite blogs and discover new ones. Bloglovin’ is a great place to search for new blogs. (While you’re at it, you can follow Beautifille on Bloglovin’ here.)
- Make a gratitude list. Remember, it’s all about Gratitude Attitude! Write a list of things you are thankful for in your life for some perspective.
- Go for a bike ride. Emerse yourself in this forgotten past time. Explore your town while you’re at it!
- Write a letter to a friend.
- Give yourself a manicure and pedicure. And make them fun ones! Try some fun nail art or a “happy” color like neon of bright yellow.
- Read a girly magazine. One of my favorite things to do. The escapism is pretty incredible.
- Do some arts and craft or a DIY project.
- Book a session at the spa. A facial? A massage? Or why not both? Go and treat yourself.
- Take a walk in the park.
- Look through old photos. I love looking at childhood photos and reliving some memories.
- Read old cards and letters addressed to you.
- Volunteer. I always say that the best way to get over yourself is to focus on others.
- Indulge in your guilty pleasures. Tell yourself today you shall feel no guilt!
- Plan a vacation. I once read that planning a vacation – even if it’s a “fake” one – will make you feel much happier.
- Try hula hopping. Always sure to make you laugh!
- Cuddle with your pet.
- Go to the museum, or read a history book. See what life was like way before your time. What was going on in the world? What was their lives like?
- Do Pilates. Pilates is one of my favorite things to do and is incredibly relaxing. Plus, you’re getting a workout while you’re at it.
- Sing. Really loudly, your guilty pleasure songs.
- Try a new easy instrument. A Harmonica, Ukelele, a recorder… play it for fun!
- Write a song.
- Make art. Draw, paint, or make some kinda art work for your wall.
- Write in your journal. Spill how you feel. Let it all out.
- Go to a toy store. See what kids are into these days – and think back to what you were too!
- Make a video. Answer a question, make a silly video, tell a story.
- Watch the movies you used to as a child.
- Find a new makeup look. Go through your makeup bag and try on a crazy new makeup look… experiment and have fun!
- Hug someone.
- Take a nap. Everything always seems better after some sleep!
- Do a jigsaw puzzle.
- Smile. The act of smiling actually makes you feel better.
- Look outside. Take a moment to pause. Watch the birds. Look at what is buzzing around you.
- Make plans and goals for your future. Write down your dreams and how you are gonna achieve them.
- Dance!
- Take deep breaths. Close your eyes and do some breathing exercises.
- Sweat it out at the gym. Hello endorphins!
- Do a random act of kindness to someone else.
- Go through your wardrobe. Put together new outfits and styles you can try.
- Take a proper shower: Do body scrubs, body lotion, wash your hair, apply a hair mask, etc. This might sound strange, but sometimes having a good wash makes me feel less “gross” and grumpy on a bad day.
- Call a friend. That’s what friends are for, right? Tell them how you’re doing and have a nice conversation with them.
- Relax. Everything is gonna be alright. It’s just one of those days. It will pass.
Your turn: what do you do when you’re having one of those days? Please add to this list. Also – if you’ve stumbled upon this post, please share it on one of your social media accounts. I am sure it will help someone out there. Spread the love!