Listen to “How to Boost your Mood During Difficult Times”.
Stress levels have risen since the start of the pandemic, and many people have reported increased feelings of sadness and isolation. Difficult times can be frustrating and overwhelming, and these moments often leave us in a state of disarray. Fortunately, there are some actions you can take and habits you can establish to help make positive moods more abundant and steady in your life.
Almost everything we encounter impacts our mood, including diet, physical activity, sleep, weather, seasons, social well-being, posture, financial stability, menstrual cycle, stress, exposure to news and social media, clutter, and even the colour that we see or wear. If you’re looking to boost your mood and improve your perspective, take a look at these instant mood boosters to introduce into your life today.
1. Acceptance
Change is an inevitable part of life, and many aspects of the changing world are beyond our control. For example, you can’t control the spread of a virus, the pace of social change, or how the economy will eventually recover.
While it can be tough to acknowledge, railing against events or circumstances outside of your control will only drain your energy and leave you feeling anxious and hopeless. On the other hand, accepting your situation can free you up to devote your energy to the things that you do have control over.
2.Sun and Nature
The sun is a natural mood booster. We need the sun to get the right amount of Vitamin D into our bodies. If you’re not feeling your best, then try spending a little time outdoors. You can walk, work in the yard, or just lie around. The sun, the fresh air, and the time in nature can completely change your attitude and leave you feeling refreshed.
3. Exercise
Maybe your muscles are tense; you have back or neck pain, frequent headaches or insomnia? Getting regular exercise not only releases powerful endorphins in the brain to improve your mood, but it can also help to ease tension in the body and counteract the physical symptoms of stress. Even moderate exercise releases mood-lifting chemicals in your brain, which can help you sleep better, have more energy and keep your heart healthy. Remember to choose an exercise that you enjoy, as this will make it more sustainable and pleasurable.
4. “This too shall pass.”
Remind yourself daily that “This too shall pass” to express the idea of the inevitability of change in life and the fleeting transience of the human condition.
Acknowledging that there is a future will bring reassurance and comfort in challenging times. There is always a light at the end of the tunnel and an end to pain and hardship.
Looking to the future can also inspire reflection and gratitude. Times can be good, but still, life moves on, so we should savour each moment and be thankful for our good fortune. “This too shall pass” is a phrase that can help us in all sorts of situations.
5. Calm your mind
While many mindfulness practices are done in stillness, it’s not the only way. Sometimes your body requires movement to be calm.
Movement meditation is an accessible way to restore the equilibrium of the mind and body. Repetitive motions can bring us into a state of mindfulness, giving our bodies the chance to press the reset button and kick start our natural healing and renewal processes.
Sound healing meditation is an easy and effective way to calm your mind and reconnect with your inner peace and stillness.
The DeepH App has a specially designed section to help you access meditative states and feel better through the transformative power of sound. You can choose Unconditional Love Meditation or Positive Affirmations for Negative Thoughts to relieve tension and boost your mood.
