Whether you have depression, anxiety, or if you’re just extremely stressed and overwhelmed with life, we all have those days where you literally feel like shit. You’re not sick, but you don’t want to get out of bed.
You can’t focus on anything, and you’re simply having an awful day. Fortunately, there are some simple things you can do to improve your mood. If you’re in one of those shitty days, try any number of the items on this list until you feel better. And remember: it gets better.
1. Drink some water — you could be dehydrated
2. Go for a walk
3. Read a book
4. Listen to your favorite song
5. Talk to a friend
6. Take a nap
7. Take a bubble bath
8. Clean your room — this can really help give you something to focus on and distract you
9. Watch your favorite movie
10. Cry, just let it all out
11. Go for a drive
12. Do one small thing on your to-do list
13. Bake something
14. Eat some chocolate
15. Exercise
16. Get dressed and make yourself look nice. Even if you don’t think it’ll help, you’ll feel better afterward
17. Make your favorite comfort food
18. Eat whatever you’re craving
19. Paint a picture
20. Take a photo of something pretty
21. Tell someone you love them
22. Write in a journal about your feelings
23. Change your location and get out of the house
24. Go do something you’ve always wanted to do — by yourself
25. Pet your dog/cat
26. Or go to an animal shelter to pet a dog/cat
27. Smile
28. Look up inspirational quotes
29. Doodle
30. Accept that some days are going to be worse than others and that it's OK to feel shitty. "Tomorrow the sun will rise, and we will try again."
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
