It’s not always easy being upbeat, and sometimes life can get the best of us.
While we all feel down in the dumps from time to time, often all you need is a good distraction to cheer you up. Happiness does not have to come from extreme experiences. You can attain it by rewarding yourself with random moments of bliss. Here are 27 quick and easy mood lifters that you can try today. These are all good starting points, so try one -or all- to feel happier and calmer in no time.
1. Inhale a calming scent. Try sniffing some fresh citrus fruits, lighting a candle, or spray a soothing air freshener around the room.
2. Stretch. Connect your mind and body by feeling your muscles stretch
3. Flip through old photos and scrapbooks. Looking at photos of your friends and family can make you feel happy by reminding you of the good times.
4. Do your hair.
5. Brush your teeth. There’s something about having a clean mouth that makes you feel better.
6. Buy yourself some beautiful flowers.
7. Let the sunshine in. Open the blinds and let the sun shine on your face.
8. Paint your nails. A cute manicure always makes a girl feel better.
9. Walk around the block. Sometimes all you need is a little fresh air.
10. Look up something funny. There are plenty of funny videos on YouTube.
11. Set a new goal for yourself.
12. Take some deep breaths. Breathing is calming.
13. Play a game. This is a great way to distract yourself.
14. Keep a list of inspiring quotes.
15. Wear something that makes you feel confident.
16. Sing a song. Pick any song and start singing!
17. Clear away the clutter. When your space is clean, you just feel better.
18. Take a multivitamin.
19. Express your gratitude. Counting your blessings is a great way to feel happy.
20. Take a bath. Clean is always a happy feeling.
21. Connect to your spiritual side.
22. Drink a cup of water. Dehydration can lead to mood swings.
23. Call your best friend.
24. Write for 10 minutes about anything that is bothering you. Let all your feelings out.
25. Turn on some upbeat music.
26. Cry it out. Sometimes the best thing you can do is let it all out.
27. Think of something that you’re looking forward to. Plan your next vacation.
