Five Ways To Improve your Mood in an Instant

For the most part, the perky barista at your favorite coffee shop doesn’t bother you, but occasionally her perkiness does nothing but irritate you. It’s not uncommon for you to have an off day that leaves you feeling like the Grinch; everyone has one from time to time. While you may think that nothing but fast-forwarding through the day and waking up in a better mood the next day is the only solution, you are incorrect. There are plenty of little pick-me-ups you can implement to help improve your mood and make your day. Nothing will annoy you after trying a few of these, overly perky barista included.

Take in Nature

Head outside to get rid of the “blahs”. It’s difficult to feel down when you are exposed to a gorgeous day. Exposure to sunlight helps to improve your mood by lowering your heart rate. This will help to alleviate your feelings of negativity and put you in a better mood.

Laugh Out Loud

Turn off your phone and the television and turn on your computer. Get online and look up funny videos or visit a site full of hilarious photos and laugh out loud. Laughter really is the best medicine; it will help to improve your outlook and your mood and it will have you feeling better in no time.

Listen to Music

Turn on your iPod and tune out the world. Listening to slow, relaxing music will calm you down and make you feel less annoyed. Loud, pumped up music will help you to work through your anger and annoyances. A few songs in and you’ll be dancing around your living room in a great mood that will last the rest of the day.

Get Fruity

Eating citrus fruits has a way of improving your mood, according to doctors. By snacking on your favorite fruits you are not only improving your mood, you are improving your health. It’s a snack that is good for you, so you won’t binge on bad for you items, and it will help to provide your body with essential nutrients.

Mini-Makeover

When you’re feeling down it helps to do something that makes you feel good. The best way to feel instantly better is to love your appearance. Having great hair or putting on some makeup or your favorite outfit will help you to feel better instantaneously.