What To Do When You're Feeling Low & Blue

The world is a very uncertain place right now and might be causing you some extra worry and anxiety. You’re not alone if you’re feeling low and blue and are unsure of how to deal with it and proceed.

There are steps you can take and options for you to try if you’re struggling currently. It’s better to face it head-on than it is to hide or ignore it and hope that the feelings will dissipate. You can be happy and joyful once again when you get to the root problem of what’s causing your blues and focus on activities and actions that will enhance your mood.

Get More Physical Activity & Movement

If you’re feeling low and blue, then consider working more daily physical activity and movement into your schedule. Exercise and even simple movements like walking can help boost your mood and alter your perspective on life. You’ll not only be getting into better shape but reducing your stress levels as well. Mix it up so that you’re incorporating activities that cause you to break a sweat and also simply get you out of your desk chair and away from a sedentary lifestyle. Get outside and breathe in the fresh air and take in the beautiful sights surrounding you.

Reflect & Meditate

It may also help to slow down and connect with your thoughts when you’re feeling low and blue. Reflect on what’s causing you some angst and consider ways to problem solve through any dilemmas you’re facing. Meditation is an excellent way to get your mind and yourself into a quiet and relaxed state and to figure out what’s bothering you the most. There are all sorts of guided meditations available that focus on a wide variety of areas such as stress and anxiety and ways to get better sleep.

Seek Professional Help

You may be feeling low and blue because you have anxiety or depression. If this is the case, it may help to speak to a professional who specializes in these areas of mental health. Consider looking into Online DBT therapy as one option that you may find to be truly life-changing. There are several benefits to this type of therapy, including decreasing behaviors that interfere with the quality of life and enhancing and sustaining self-respect. It’s worth giving it a try to see if it can get you to a better place.

Change Your Routine

You may also be feeling low and blue because you’re stuck at home or you’re bored with life. Therefore, try changing your routine and finding new hobbies or activities you can do in your free time. Determine if your current job is right for you and if not be willing to seek new employment opportunities that will challenge you. You may also want to consider spending more time with friends and family or volunteering in your community. Switching up your routine and making simple changes may give you a new outlook on life and help to improve your mood and ease any feelings of gloom and doom. 

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