Thursday, January 22, 2015

Depression....Five ways to get over a Bad day

1. Time to be a phony
When it comes to feeling bad, several studies have revealed that pretending to be in a better mood
can actually put you in one.  "when you smile, even if it's not genine, it sends happiness signals  to your brain and makes you feel much better." says Simon rego, PsyD, director of psychology training at Montifiore Medical Center.

2. Take the nearest Exit
Sometimes, the quickest technique to spin an awful day around is just to get up and leave.  "it can be hard to shake bad feelings because there could be reminders everywhere of what you set off," says Susanne Babel, PhD, psychologist in San Francisco.  Meaning, if you're getting annoyed by someone's snide comments, staying where you'll hear more of the same isn't going to help.  Take a walk or head over the nearst coffee shop. "Taking in different sights can defuse your grumpy disposition."

3. Throw a Punch
Attending a kickboxing class or taking a jab at a punching bag truly  can turn things around.  "Exercising releass endorphins that work quickly to make you more joyful,"  says Rego.  Doing something that makes you grumble will help you work through your aggravation.

4. Call a Friend
Every so often, you just have a emitting session, but who you vent to and how you do it is essential.  Prefer a pal who's a great listener.  It could be your Mom, your sister or any relative.  "But before you start, ask your them to stop you when it's been 15 minutes,"  says Darlene Mininni, PhD, author of the Emotional toolkit.  "Thta's a good amount of time to get things off your cheat.  Any longer and you'll start focusing on the negative stuff too much."

5. Treat Yourself
If your day has been cheiefly hellish, you'll need something that will affix a slight brightness to it.  A nippy and simply way to do that?  "Treat yourself to something that feels indulgent and that you really love...Like a fancy baked good or buttery popcorn," says Rego. "when you pamper yourself, it's hard to stay grumpy."

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