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RE: How to get out of a funk?

in #psychology7 years ago

@cryptoctopus In the past, whenI get in a funk, I would not entertain it and divert my attention to other things that will make my mind and body busy hoping that the 'blue feel' will go away. It just did not work! It comes back to me like a stronger monster!

So I learned my lesson. Here are the things I do when I get in a funk.

First, I acknowledge it and embrace it. I would accept that I am like a moron if I feel like one. I would cry like a baby if I feel like it. I literally dwell in the blue ocean of lowness.

Second, I keep a journal of every detail of thoughts and moods that come and pass. This approach helps me track the flow and records the changing of my high and low mood, which serves as reference in the future.

Third, I get out of my routine -- hang out with friends, sing, dance, go on a road trip, get much sunlight, stay close to nature- trek in a forest, stay in a beach or trek in a forest, watch the activities of nature - rising sun, setting sun, flying birds, colors of the leaves, budding flowers, flying insects.

When I do these, I would feel whole again after. It gives me a kick! Then I would find myself an adorable, precious and beautiful creation! :) I get more productive and become a happier me :)