Feeling sad is an inevitable part of the human experience. Sometimes our low mood is a reaction to something specific, and sometimes we’re unable to pinpoint what brought it on.
When we exercise our brain releases endorphins, which are often referred to as “feel-good” hormones. This is because endorphins are known to reduce pain, decrease stress levels and create a general feeling of wellbeing.
Remember that you are more likely to stick to something you enjoy doing, so try and find an activity that you find fun!
Many of us tend to isolate ourselves from others when we are feeling down, which leads to us bottling up our emotions.
Instead, try speaking about how you are feeling with a friend, family member or a professional. In addition to finding emotional support, speaking about your feelings with another person can help you reflect on why you are feeling low. It can also help you see things from a new or different perspective.
When we’re upset, we often have negative and untrue thoughts that reinforce our low mood.
Next time an unhelpful thought crosses your mind, try and challenge it. You can do this by checking what the evidence for and against this thought is. If you’re having “what if” thoughts, try evaluating how likely these predictions actually are. You can also write down some of your worst-case scenarios and address how you would handle all of them.
Taking these steps can enhance your ability to see things in a more objective way which in turn can improve your low mood.
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