3 ways to imrove your mood instantly
Wednesday, November 11th, 2009- Laugh out loud! Make a note of five things that make you laugh out loud. For me that would include: Laurel & Hardy movies; Tom & Jerry cartoons; Bob Newhart video clips (see below) and comedian Dara O’Briain. Be sure to laugh heartily for a good 10-15 minutes. You should be breathless from laughing.
- List at least 10 things you have to be grateful for right now, today, this minute. I always start with thanks for my family and friends, my health, good weather (which cheers me up) etc. As you write them, focus your thoughts on that person or thing that you are so grateful for, it really brightens your day.
- Finally, pass on your good feeling to someone else. If you’re in the office, smile at colleagues and give them a word of appreciation, affirmation or positive feedback. If you’re at home, arrange to have a chat with someone who always makes you feel good (in person, by phone, online, wherever). Do your best to ensure that, by the end of your interaction, you are both feeling better for it.
That’s it. You probably have lots of other ways to improve your mood, but the important thing is to take immediate action. Don’t let the mood keep sinking. Grab it by the lapels and bring it up into the sunshine!
By the way, if anyone has the Bob Newhart Driving Instructor video/sound clip, I’d love a copy. It cracks me up!