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When this is the case, chronic bad moods can be a symptom of depression or anxiety. Speaking with a registered counsellor or therapist using online services can be a highly effective manner of dealing with your bad moods.

Re-think your diet

We are what we eat, quite literally. When we eat a diet of poor food staples, we feel rubbish and this can directly influence our moods. Check your moods; do you regularly feel fatigued, lethargic, depressed, and anxious or down? If so, opt for plentiful amounts of fruit and vegetables, eat plenty of grains and choose lean meats. Avoid over-eating as this can make people feel bloated and grumpy. Under-eating can leave us feeling panicked and anxious.

Get out and about

The body craves movement. When we move, our bodies release endorphins which boost our feel good factor. Many of us now lead sedentary lives which is bad for us in every sense of the word; bad bodies, bad health and bad moods! Move as much as you can. A general rule of thumb is to try to walk 10,000 steps a day. You can buy a pedometer to count your steps as you go about your day.

Confront what’s really bothering you

When we feel bad, there is usually an underlying reason why. Perhaps it is because we are battling with depression or anxiety, we hate our jobs, our commute is too long, we are worried about money or we feel generally unfulfilled. A bad mood tends to be a symptom of a larger problem. Sometimes bad moods can be triggered by lifestyle factors; do you get enough sleep? Do you spend two hours in traffic? These things can build up over time.

Sleep

When we sleep we refresh our bodies and minds. If you sleep poorly, oversleep or don’t sleep enough, you might be putting yourself in a bad mood without meaning to. Try to get a decent night’s sleep. Leave technology out of the bedroom and make sure that there is no excessive light or noise to disturb your rest.

Meditate

Meditating for just 10 minutes a day can make a radical difference to the way that we feel. The purpose of meditating is to sit or lay in a comfortable space whilst letting your thoughts pass you by. You might choose to meditate in the mornings, throughout your day or before you sleep. There are many forms of meditation so choosing one that suits you is vital.

Consult the professionals: If you’ve tried the above and your bad moods aren’t fading, it’s worth consulting the professionals. Using all of the above methods in tandem will help you lessen the frequency and intensity of your bad moods.

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