No one ever feels happy all of the time, but no one feels sad all the time either. It is key to find the balance and for many people that can be a huge struggle. Sometimes people with mental illnesses such as anxiety or depression feel very sad and worthless and its important not too let these feelings get the better of you, so wether you are diagnosed with depression or if your just having a rough day these little ways will hopefully make you feel a lot happier.
One of the thing I genuinely find really helps me is just curling up in bed with my favorite show (which by the way is The Mindy Project right now) and drink a hot chocolate maybe even eat a biscuit or two and just relax. It could be for one episode or I could be for ten (if I'm being honest I could usually watch a whole series without moving if I had the time) but this will definitely help you relax and feel calmer and happier.
Lighting a candle is one the easiest ways you can brighten up your mood. Pick a scent that's calming for you (for example at this time of year Christmas Spice would be appropriate) light it and just go about your work or whatever you have to do with a calmer (and nicer smelling!) atmosphere. Candles don't have to be expensive, I currently have a tin one from asda that cost £2!
I always think a nice walk can really help clear your mind, I doesn't have to be long it could just be a five minute walk to your shop for some milk but it will definitely help you think. Similarly a run or any kind of gentle exercise will have the same effect.
Sometimes when your feeling especially bad nothing can do what chocolate ndoes to help you feel better. I try not to eat too much but a Dairy Milk here and there never hurt anyome.
Finally a very important piece of advice, talk to someone. You don't have to know them you call Samaritans or Child Line and talk for how long and about whatever you want with complete confidentiality and some great advice will be offered.
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