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When you are in a bad mood, you may feel as though you will never get rid of that feeling. Fortunately, your thinking has a great deal of control over your mood.In fact, they have so many mood powers that they can affect your physical health. Your brain processes between 50,000 and 60,000 thoughts a day. Use those thoughts to change your perception and cheer you up.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Change your Perceptions

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   Stop thinking about your situation. Avoid contemplating, or gossiping about your situation too much, only making you feel worse by trapping yourself in a cycle of negativity. Contemplation can make you lose your ability to think effectively and solve problems. It also has a very strong association with depression. If you find yourself stuck in a certain way of thinking, try distracting yourself with other activities or thinking about the things around you. For example, look around yourself and notice the lights, or buildings, on your way to work.
   • Try to focus your thoughts on the things that you can change or influence. This can remind you that you are in control of your own situation and happiness.

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   Reshape your situation or mood. Reshaping is the term counselors use to let you look at your own situation in a different light or from a different perspective. You can try finding luck out of luck, remembering what you've learned, or finding humor in less than ideal situations. Or, if you are simply in a weird and irritable mood, you can remind yourself that every day isn't always a good day and tomorrow will be better.
   • For example, if you are saddened because you just broke up, you need to remind yourself that even though the end of the relationship is painful, you have learned a lot about yourself over the years.

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   Train gratitude. Gratitude is an attitude, moral standard, or even a practical, daily act of giving thanks. It also means showing appreciation and returning kindness. Try to express gratitude for the day by setting up reminders on your phone. When prompted, take a moment to be grateful for something for the day. Or, just pay attention to the things you encounter during the day to express gratitude. They can be little things, like finding a parking space nearby or seeing a beautiful sunrise. At the end of the day, write down 3 things for which you are grateful.
   • Gratitude gives you appreciation and a sense of optimism. Studies have shown that gratitude improves your personal health and relationships.
   • Studies have also shown that gratitude can help you feel more optimistic about your future and improve your outlook.

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   Play with your pet. Set up a time to pet or petting your dog or cat. Or, you can spend time with your pet by playing a game if you enjoy being more active. Studies show that pets, as well as spending time with them, have the power to ease bad moods. In fact, spending time with your pet can improve your mood just as much as spending time with a loved one or loved one.
   • Playing with pets not only makes you happy, but also strengthens the bond between you and your pet.
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Method 2 of 3: Create a Happy Environment

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   Create a more comfortable space. Surround yourself with things that make you happy, favorite photos, mementos, trees, or books. Don't forget to improve the light source. Some people with seasonal depression often experience depressive symptoms when not getting enough sunlight. If you are in a dimly lit room, open your windows wide to let in natural light. Or, if you're using artificial lighting, turn on a light or light a candle to cheer you up.
   • If you are at work and in a bad mood, you can bring a few items at home to feel more comfortable. It could be some photo or some room spray. You can even bring your favorite tea as a warm, soothing reminder of your home.

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   Make your space so fragrant. Even if your home doesn't have a bad smell, a scented candle or a favorite scent can help lift your spirits. Try aromatherapy, breathing, or applying essential oils to cheer you up and reduce stress. Studies have found that lemon essential oil has a boosting and mood-enhancing effect, while bad odors often make you feel stressed, depressed, or angry.
   • Researchers are unsure about the cause for the essential oils' effectiveness as well as for aromatherapy. However, they believe that receptors in your nose stimulate the parts of your brain that control emotions and memories.

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   Clean up your space. Spend some time cleaning or rearranging things around the home or office. Research has shown that an indiscriminate place to live or work space increases stress levels and makes your moods sag. Try cleaning up your space, thereby reducing stress levels and improving your mood. Donate, throw away, or recycle things you don't need or want to keep.
   • You may find that rearranging things to make them work better will cheer you up.

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   Decorated with color. Color can have a huge impact on your mood. Consider repainting your room or adding brightly colored decorations to boost your spirits. Yellow is a great choice for brightening a space, while pinks can make you feel happier. Don't think that you have to use the brightest or darkest colors. Just light yellow can cheer you up.
   • Try to balance some playful colors. For example, you can use yellow and orange stripes to make the room more energetic and comfortable.
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Method 3 of 3: Change Your Lifestyle

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   Change what you are doing. If you're unhappy because you're stuck, try something different. Sometimes you just need to step away from your current activities to change your mood. For example, if you constantly have to go to meetings all day without a break, reward yourself with a comedy at the end of the day. Changing what you're doing can significantly improve your mood.
   • For example, if you've been sitting at your desk or on the couch all day, your mood won't be as good because your body needs some physical activity. Get up, go for a walk, and enjoy the change in your lifestyle.

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   Go outside. If you think this bad mood is related to stress, go outside to reduce stress and improve your mood. Try taking a walk in the park, or visit a garden or nursery if you live in the city. Being outside can greatly improve your mood. Studies have shown that the opportunity to stay outdoors or visit a garden lowers levels of cortisol, a hormone your body releases during stress.
   • Don't wait for a perfect day or nice weather to get outside. Bring an umbrella and go for a walk in the rain. Just being outside, you can cheer up.

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   Do exercise. Exercise, play a sport or activity that you enjoy, or just be more active in your daily activities. Studies have shown that exercise improves your mood by signaling your body to release the "feel good" neurotransmitters in your brain. Just 5 minutes of aerobic exercise has been shown to reduce anxiety. Engaging in physical activity can cheer you up as these neurotransmitters are continually released.
   • For example, if you take your dog for a walk, extend the walk and let yourself enjoy the outdoors. Or, you can call up a few friends and play a basketball game with no appointment.

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   Do something that makes you smile. Studies have shown that smiling can improve your mood, even when you're in a bad mood. Even if you don't want to laugh, remind yourself that just laughing will make you happy. Find activities that make you laugh, like watching a TV show or a funny movie. Or you could have a chat with a friend who always makes you laugh or laugh.
   • If you can't take the time to see something or talk to someone, just practice smiling when you can.
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Advice

• Everyone was in a bad mood at one time or another. Remind yourself that things will get better soon.
• Try to be open to people offering to help you. Don't stay away from hugs and other gestures of comfort, unless it makes you sadder.
• Learning to live a positive life is a great way to ensure long-term cheerful moods.
• Share your problem with someone close to you.
• Take a deep breath to calm down.
• Think about good memories.

Warning

• Surely whatever methods you use to cheer yourself up will not turn into escape or addiction.
• If your bad mood or negative thoughts persist for a long time, see your doctor. This could be a sign of depression. Clinical depression can be treated with medicine, but it can also lead to serious consequences if left untreated.