What do you do to cheer yourself up?

Question

What do you do to cheer yourself up when you're overwhelmed?

As for me, I just try and put everything into perspective and ask myself, "Will this matter to me in 5 years?" If not...then don't stress.

Answer 1

10 of my newest contacts on here can actually make me laugh out loud--just with silly answers to questions--or silly questions. I hate it when none of them are on. It helps, a lot.

Generally, I phone people in other states, whom I've known many years (but live very far away from). They know me, understand my way of thinking, support me, and also have the knack for making me laugh.

Try meditation, exercise (especially outdoor walking/jogging), yoga, kick-boxing, etc.--these really help (also swimming, bowling, anything that involves moving).

Be sure to get plenty of sleep, eat as 'right' as you can, etc.--it does matter. Feel better :)

Answer 2

I love to read, when things get bad i sit down and read. That book takes me to fun places and adventures that i will never see.

Answer 3

I just block block the problem out of my mind. I conclude that, worrying over it isn't going to yield any positive results, why worry.

Answer 4

i closed my eye and imagine that i in beach,jungle or what...
make sure there are nothing in your head..
then make a short sleep for 2-5 minutes.take a deep breath and make all of your body doing nothing..

Answer 5

Rest.

Answer 6

I start to think about the consequences, and after that i regain my energy to do something

Answer 7

i just listen to music and try not to think about the problem unless it needs to be taken care of immediately.