20 Simple Tricks to Quickly Lift Your Mood

20 Simple Tricks to
Quickly Lift Your Mood

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Suffering from a case of the blahs? Feeling
drained and gloomy, or sad and lonely? We all
feel the lows every now and then.
Here are 20 very simple tricks you can use
right now for a quick pick me up!

The quickest mood lifter is: Sunshine!
Getting out to enjoy a little sun (or
simply letting the sunshine in through a
window) will increase the levels of
vitamin D to boost your mood. Studies
have shown that people who get more
light exposure have less depression and
increased alertness and productivity.
Pro-Tip: Let the sunlight stream in when
you first wake up to help start the day on
a happier, more positive note!
1) Vitamin D
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Music therapists report that singing
boosts your mood and studies have
shown singing also enhances immunity
by increasing antibodies that fight
sickness.
Fun-Tip: Sing in the shower! Not only will
your mood get a welcomed boost from
unleashing your inner diva, the spray of
water will help sooth you physically from
the day's stress!
2) Sing

According to some studies, you will
immediately feel a positive shift by
listening to music that lifts your spirit
and frees your mind. So turn it up!
3) Listen to Uplifting Music

Physical activities such as jogging, aerobics,
inline skating, and hula hooping release feel-
good chemicals such as dopamine and is as
beneficial as taking anti-depressants for mild
depression. Even a simple brisk walk while
getting some fresh air outside will help!
Fun-Tip #1: Dance! That's right! Shake what your
mama gave you! Dancing combines two mood
lifters: music and physical activity. So the next
time you're feeling blue, turn up your favorite
tunes and drop it like it's hot.
Fun-Tip #2: Swing! This childhood fun is not only exhilarating, it can boost
your mood while enjoying the outdoors.
4) Physical Activity

Stash walnuts, almonds, and pistachios
in a convenient place for a mood-lifting
snack. They're packed with omega-3 fats
that help make people less prone to
depression.
Studies show that the act of repetitive
chewing enhances serotonin production
which can improve your mood and help
you reduce stress.
5) Go Nuts

A hearty laugh can instantly elevate your mood,
reduce blood pressure and pain, decrease stress
hormones, and boost immunity. So when you're
feeling overly stressed or down in the dumps,
find the funniest, silliest people and let the
healing begin!
If you don't have any funny peeps around, find
videos on YouTube that make you laugh, watch
comedy movies, or browse through hilarious
websites! It's also been reported that there's no
significant difference between real and "faked"
laughter. Try it!
However you choose to LOL, let yourself GO and feel the tension melt away!
6) Laugh Out Loud

Hugs are known to release endorphins, a
chemical that helps you feel excitement
or satisfaction.
A big warm hug from a friend, loved one,
or even your pet is one of the best ways
to lift your mood!
7) Hug It Out

Regardless of religion, prayer satisfies a
basic need to feel that we are a part of
something bigger than ourselves, which
helps in reducing stress and overwhelm.
If prayer isn't for you, try meditation.
Research shows that regular mindfulness
exercises can change brain structure to
promote a sense of well-being.
So set aside some time for prayer or meditation to
literally lift your spirit!
8) Pray or Meditate

A study found that people who were
told to spend as little as five dollars on a
friend or charity reported feeling better
at then end of the day than those
instructed to spend the money on
themselves.
If you can afford to, I say go out and
splurge on you and someone else's
happiness!
9) Buy Happiness

Responding to another person's victories
and good news in an enthusiastic way
will help you share in that positive
energy as well!
Bonus: This act can help control jealousy
issues if you have them.
Pro-Tip: Expressing love and
appreciation for another can lift both
your mood and theirs. So email or call a
friend to let them know they're appreciated!
10) Share Positive Energy

Reports show that people who rated
themselves as "very happy" watch 10
percent less hours watching TV than
those who rated themselves as
"somewhat happy.“
The reason is, gluing your eyeballs to the
television may be temporarily
entertaining, but it isn't satisfying or
fulfilling in the bigger scheme of life.
11) Unplug

That delicious dark chocolate is made
with a high proportion of cocoa, which
contains high amounts of
phenethylamine that helps create a
feeling of mild euphoria!
Delicious-Tip: This website shows you
how to make drinking chocolate that's
perfect anytime you need a delicious,
chocolaty boost!
12) Dark Chocolate

Deep, focused breathing will help you become
more grounded, bring you back to the present
moment, and lower your stress level. It'll
instantly improve your mood!
1. Start by exhaling completely through your
mouth, making a whoosh sound.
2. Close your mouth and inhale quietly through
your nose to a count of four.
3. Hold your breath for a count of seven.
4. Exhale completely through your mouth, again
making a whoosh sound to a count of eight. (This completes onebreath)
5. Repeat the cycle three more times for a total of four breaths.
13) Breathe

Repetitive actions such as chopping and
peeling helps clear your head and
reduces stress. So chop those carrots
and peel a bag of potatoes to a happier,
more relaxed you!
This is one of my favorite tricks to clear
my head. :)
14) Chop or Peel Veggies

There is nothing healthy about always being the
one making sacrifices for others. It will burn you
out and knock you off balance.
Good news is, you don't have to wait for
someone else to give to you... keep the energy
moving in a healthy direction by treating
YOURSELF to a little something each day!
Whether it's a relaxing bubble bath, a
rejuvenating walk at the park, a scoop of yummy
ice cream, the movie you've been wanting to
see, or even a power nap!
Not only will this help reduce stress and lift your mood, by treating yourself
each day, you'll feel even more fulfilled when you give to others!
15) Treat Yourself

Resting is a mood lifter and helps
maintain our positive energy. Even a
quick 20 minute power nap can do
wonders for your mood!
16) Nap

Researchers believe volunteering
increases empathy, which makes you
appreciate all the good you have in your
your own life, and in turn, boosts your
own happiness.
17) Help Those in Need

One small and simple act on your part to
make another person’s day happier will
help you feel pretty fantastic.
The BONUS: There is a possibility of your
kindness being "paid forward" to others,
which will quickly multiply the acts of
kindness spread all over the place. And
that in itself is really cool!
18) Practice Random Acts of Kindness

When you're feeling blue, looking through
photos from your favorite gathering with family
and friends, pics of fun trips you've taken, your
kids' baby albums, or even photos of when you
were younger is sure to bring a smile to your
face.
I dare you not to let out a chuckle after seeing an
old photo of you wearing leg warmers over your
stirrup pants!
Pro-Tip: Use your favorite photos as a rotating
screensaver or keep them in a digital frame that
flips through each picture!
19) Flip through Old Photos

Just being near a happy and positive
person can be enough to lift your spirits.
People who choose a lighthearted view
of the world will infect you with their
happiness virus that will boost your
mood and help recharge your energy!
20) Surround Yourself with Positive People

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