What are some ways to boost my energy or mood?

Question

For some reason, I haven't really been feeling like getting out and socializing for the past month or two. And even when I do, I'm quiet and don't talk much (even though I'm generally pretty outgoing). I get so exhausted from going to school all week that during the weekends all I feel like doing is sitting at home and relaxing, but what I really want to do is get out and do things with my friends. How do I get myself into a happier mood, or have more energy to do things and have fun doing them?

Answer 1

1. Make sure you are getting enough nutrition. Something good to add to your diet to help with stress is B-complex.

2. Get to know yourself. While you are in this slump, it is a good time to try to get to know yourself. Give yourself a small amount of just you time, where there are no phone calls, television, radio, persons, or other distractions. When you get to know yourself better, who you are, and let yourself feel your moods, you will be better able to connect when you are around others.

3. Find people you can trust to share your deepest thoughts and feelings.

4. Positive affirmations are good. Say them out loud if you can. They should be stated in the present and worded in a positive manner. Choose affirmations that fit the occasion. If you feel a bit insecure, tell yourself, "I am powerful and a worthwhile person."

5. Music, as already mentioned is good. Try to find songs that are uplifting and empowering, not ones that have to be listened to with loud volume or which drown out your own thoughts.

6. Chocolate, as mentioned too, is something you can enjoy which may help lift your mood. If you are in the high estrogen part of your cycle, the chocolate will have a moderating effect on the hormones.

7. I like a relaxing bath every once in a while. I'll pour in a nice scented bubble bath, put on some light music (classical, nature sounds, New Age, tribal, easy listening), light some candles, and just relax in the bubbles in the candlelight.

8. If these tips are not enough, it may be wise to see a doctor and/or a therapist. Sometimes physical problems, illness, and malnutrition can show in our mood. Talking to someone about issues in your life and getting to the bottom of them is also good.

Answer 2

I know how you feel. I come home from college and spend the rest of the day doing nothing. And I have to sleep in on Saturday's because I'm so tired from college.

I suggest chocolate. It doesn't work for me but it does for most people. It releases seretonin into your body which makes you happy, something else which does this is sunlight. Perhaps you are affected by the lack of sunlight this time of year?

I'm seeing a counsellor, I will suggest talking to a counsellor to cheer you up but mine's not really helping at the moment.

Answer 3

Happy moods come from within. You just have to think about where you are and where do you want to be. If sitting on that log is what you want you are OK. But to get where you want you have to move.....so "pick yourself up and dust yourself off" and head out. We only have so many minutes, hours and days and don't waste even one. It cannot be brought back to use again. It is gone forever.

Only you can control your life. So do something.

Answer 4

Try listening to some music that is really upbeat becasue music can influence your mood. Good luck and have fun. If you find yourself being quiet just drink some dosa and get hyper haha then you will be loud.