How to get through a rough day

Princess Peach

Just read this great article which made me smile

13 Simple steps to get you through a rough day

What are your tips?

Mine is to get dressed up nice, even if you have nowhere to go. And drink a hot chocolate with marshmallows!

Hope O_o

Playing with a dog always put a smile on my face... regardless of my mood

candy-gal1

Meditation, candles, incense, thinking, and appreciating and realising how great you have it tbh and that, well, I couldnt get any better than I already have done

Bubblefett

+1 for dressing up nice
Cuddles with the woof and the meow.
Little treats like maple syrup in my porridge.


These days a cup of coffee for cold hands is doing wonders.

Rocky Marciano

I always try to have something to look forward to. However busy work gets during the week I just think 'only a few more days until the weekend and seeing friends and family again'.

Long walk through the woods or out at sea on a boat...good fresh air and more relaxed pace of life.

I'll make hot chocolate and head outside to gaze at stars.

Try to make someone smile or laugh at least once!!! Just random stuff I do on rough days

leahyl

Not having a very good day today, currently in bed, so tired - maybe 40 winks will help :-(

Rocky Marciano

leahyl wrote: »

Not having a very good day today, currently in bed, so tired - maybe 40 winks will help :-(

Well, today is nearly behind you now and the weekend will soon be here. So no looking back, only forwards, deal? Relax, unwind and recharge those batteries. Hope the rest of the evening will be brighter for you.

leahyl

Rocky Marciano wrote: »

Well, today is nearly behind you now and the weekend will soon be here. So no looking back, only forwards, deal? Relax, unwind and recharge those batteries. Hope the rest of the evening will be brighter for you.

Thanks for that Marciano, really cheered me up! Tomorrows another day as they say :-)

Rocky Marciano

leahyl wrote: »

Thanks for that Marciano, really cheered me up! Tomorrows another day as they say :-)

Absolutely, and in 38 more days it's Christmas. So enjoy a good cup of hot chocolate and some quality YOU time

Stheno

If it's work

Dress well, really smart.

Treat yourself to a coffee/pastry before you stert

Lyssa

A hug, even a virtual hug or a nice pic sent by someone when i'm feeling rough always cheers me up

Oh hai

Dog cuddles. If not from my own dog any random dog will do! Whether they like it or not

Having a chat with the Mammy. "Sure it'll all be grand" Even if I'm having a brutal day those words are always comforting

Lighting a scented candle.

Putting on some of my favourite pick me up songs.

Googling pictures of Daniel Craig

kerry4sam

All the above ^^^ and thanks for posting those btw

along with Exercising!

I just love swimming. It is so relaxing and enjoyable but also being outdoors doing fun activities especially cycling, jogging & hiking. Really doing anything anywhere outdoors with views, tranquility and nature. I find those activities help me get through a rough day

Ehrmantraut

Tie your shoelaces and brush your teeth. Conducive to peace of mind.

Go outside and inhale. You'll feel fresher and fresh air.

If you're really in a rut, hug yourself. Try it. You'll feel all warm inside and outside.

miamee

Sometimes doing something nice for someone else when you feel a bit down can help too - buy them a little gift or do something to help them out. When they are delighted with it, it makes you feel better too

leahyl

My days just become bad because a picture of me at a club was just posted on Facebook and there was a guy at the club the same night that I really like and of the course the picture of me is AWFUL and the picture they took of him is lovely!

I was talking to him briefly when I was there (we were both quite tipsy) so I'm dreading him seeing that pic and thinking - "God, is THAT what she looks like":(:mad::pac: (NOTE: I don't normally look that bad!)

Ah well, pretty minor in the grand scheme of things I guess....!

Someone cheer me up please

Trisha XxX

Just being around friends that make you laugh and forget whatever is troubling you helps me. And I find treating yourself to a new outfit you look and feel good in always helps. Be positive and good to yourself

Oh hai

leahyl wrote: »

My days just become bad because a picture of me at a club was just posted on Facebook and there was a guy at the club the same night that I really like and of the course the picture of me is AWFUL and the picture they took of him is lovely!

I was talking to him briefly when I was there (we were both quite tipsy) so I'm dreading him seeing that pic and thinking - "God, is THAT what she looks like":(:mad::pac: (NOTE: I don't normally look that bad!)

Ah well, pretty minor in the grand scheme of things I guess....!

Someone cheer me up please

Oh noes! Can you ask the club to take down the photo? And quick?!

Rocky Marciano

leahyl wrote: »

My days just become bad because a picture of me at a club was just posted on Facebook and there was a guy at the club the same night that I really like and of the course the picture of me is AWFUL and the picture they took of him is lovely!

I was talking to him briefly when I was there (we were both quite tipsy) so I'm dreading him seeing that pic and thinking - "God, is THAT what she looks like":(:mad::pac: (NOTE: I don't normally look that bad!)

Ah well, pretty minor in the grand scheme of things I guess....!

Someone cheer me up please

I think most of us cringe when we see ourselves in pictures. Awful is such a strong word. I'm sure your friends would agree that you looked lovely. As Dr. Phil's father in Texas used to say "you wouldn't worry half as much about what people thought about you if you knew how little they did".

Besides, it could always be worse. People look at a photo for less than 5 seconds. I canvassed for a politician before and gave the most cringe-worthy interview ever to the party camera team. That 6:37 shocker is imortalised on youtube forever. Me and my shenanigans! :rolleyes::D

candy-gal1

Seeing "Eoin Mclove" and "Fr Dermo" from Father Ted at the Laughter Lounge!

Long talks and cuddles!

Treats, pizza, simpsons on tv, and waiting for the Toy Show later!

kerry4sam

I am fortunate in my job I see re-unions, gatherings, get-togethers and it's lovely to see acquaintances meet up who wouldn't have seen each other in some time. There is just something warm about being witness to those events and it helps brighten my day

candy-gal1

Friends episodes, it just seems to be a fun comfort thing for me now, always cheers me up if ive been feeling blah or just had a wierd day etc Watching the very first episode I ever had on video, yes video, back when I was 14 on TV now, good memories! I wanted my hair cut like Rachels for always, but length wise I had to go for Monicas at the time, still ok though

kerry4sam

My nan was my rock when growing up and for me, it helps to visit either her grave or the church in her home-town to get me through a rough day. It just seems to help being that close to her

It may seem strange, but it works for me in helping clear my mind and make some tough decisions.

candy-gal1

xmassy treats, even just buying them, makes you feel all good and festive


Hot chocolate with marshmallows!

Candy canes, even if you dont exactly eat them they just feel cool and xmassy to have in your mouth

Mince pies!

Mulled wine!

Bubblefett

candy-gal1 wrote: »

Hot chocolate with marshmallows!

I was coming here to say the exact same thing And maybe a good film to drink it too (mine for tonight is Scrooged)

leahyl

Bubblefett wrote: »

I was coming here to say the exact same thing And maybe a good film to drink it too (mine for tonight is Scrooged)

I got a little gift from someone yesterday and in it there's a chocolate spoon which you swirl in a hot chocolate to make it extra chocolaty I guess

Princess Zelda

Radio on full blast on way in/out from work and singing along like I am drunk at a karaoke bar

Or in extreme circumstances, crack out the good old films like "Singing in the Rain" or "Breakfast at Tiffany's"

candy-gal1

Heading off to the airport early in the morning and getting a mcds breakfast, even if your not going anywhere, it holds nice memories for me of heading abroad before and also the place is done up all XMASSY!!

Bubblefett

A glass of red wine at perfect temperature. nom.

C.K Dexter Haven

Bubblefett wrote: »

A glass of red wine at perfect temperature. nom.

With some nice Cashel Blue. Noym Noym.

miamee

Singing and dancing round the house to your favourite music. Or singing into a hairbrush/deodorant bottle

Whatsernamex33

Put some music on and paint my nails, or turn on a DVD of Grease.

candy-gal1

Getting to actually be truthful with mates, seemed harder for me to be truthful with them than the bf tbh - sounds wierd but very true till now, and realising who I feel/felt and see as an obligation and not someone I actually want to see out of my friends, its refreshing! And its taken long enough :rolleyes::pac:

lazorgirl

here
to laugh
to love
to enjoy the sight of sun blinking off the sea
birds calling,hopping, hope brimming in their dance
landscapes changing shifting
but yet the same,
different, hopeful, expectant,
here, aware, present.

candy-gal1

The start of spring feeling, and quite possibly not having to wear a coat for much longer!