How to Turn a Bad Day into a Good Day

A few bad moments don't need to ruin your day. Worrying about the things you cannot control is wasted energy. Turn negative thoughts into positive actions, and you will go from having a bad day to abiding in a better moment.

Instructions

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  Figure out why you are unhappy and do something about it. If your bad day is stress-related, unburden your mind from the things that you are worrying about. Sometimes, just making an action list of the things you need to do will alleviate the stress that is weighing you down. Plan ahead so you can break bigger projects down into smaller steps. Seek medical assistance if you are ill or injured. Get proper rest when you are going through stress- or illness-related trauma.

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  Have a regular fitness routine. Physical fitness and well-being go hand in hand. Taking care of your body will help you avoid all kinds of illnesses and diseases. You will also heal faster if you do become ill or injured. Drink plenty of water to avoid becoming dehydrated. Eat a balanced and nutritious diet consisting of mostly beans, whole grains and at least five fresh fruits and vegetables per day. What we put in our body is fuel for dealing with all of life's demands, including stress.

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  Talk to someone who cares. Venting our feelings out loud can help us put things in proper perspective. Limit your time with energy vampires and choose more positive people to support you. Negative people breed more negativity. Write down your feelings so you are paying attention to the things that trigger a negative response in your life. Pay attention to those personal issues that need your attention instead of delaying or avoiding a response.

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  Avoid destructive emotional responses such as overeating or turning to caffeine, drugs and alcohol , smoking and other addictions. Instead of choosing things that will only add to your stress you can try meditation, reading a good book, taking a nature walk, listening to music, relaxing or drinking some caffeine-free herbal tea.

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  Bring yourself to a clearing place in your mind. Focus yourself so that you are not regurgitating negative thoughts throughout your day. Your unhealthy thoughts should pass through your body like a truck-stop burrito. If there is no nutrition from the thoughts you are thinking; then eat some healthier food for thought. Remain mindful during your day and turn your negative thoughts into realized actions of a person who has found a positive outlook and self-empowerment.