Daily Prompt: Singing the Blues

We all feel down from time to time. How do you combat the blues? What’s one tip you can share with others that always helps to lift your spirits?

Being down in the dumps can become a cycle of sadness, so it’s important to get yourself out and feel positive again. When you’re down, it’s easy to look at the dark side of things, but remember that there is always a brighter one. For the most part I’m a happy person. Everyone visits the dumps at some point or another, and no one wants to stay – you don’t have to. Try some of these tips to get yourself out of the dumps and feeling positive and bright again.

Cry. I don’t like crying in front of people, but when I have an opportunity to slink away and cry by myself, I always feel better afterwards. Crying releases pain.
Cultivate gratitude. Practicing gratitude on a daily basis has been a major source of healing in my life. When I step back and notice everything I have to be grateful for, it makes me feel like I have everything I need and that nothing is lacking. It makes me feel whole.
Cook something. Cooking has always been therapeutic and entertaining for me. Plus, I can eat whatever I cooked and share it with others afterward.
Focus on what truly matters to you. Sometimes I forget what matters to me and what isn’t that important. Some things just aren’t worth getting too upset over.
Prioritize. Sometimes I feel depressed when my priorities are off track. I try to make sure I’m giving a fair amount of attention to all the priorities in my life, such as work, relationships, health, and personal happiness.
Take a nap. Sometimes we just need to recharge. I always feel better after getting some rest.
Write. Writing is usually the first thing I do when I’m feeling down. It always helps me get my thoughts and feelings out in front of me.
Listen to music. Music can heal, put you in a better mood, make you feel less alone, or take you on a mental journey.

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