It can be difficult to maintain an optimistic attitude. Negative emotions, fatigue, and problems can cause depression and frustration. If you want to learn how to maintain a cheerful state of mind, try one of the ways to manage your own mood.
Instructions
Step 1
Treat the events around you soberly. Don't dramatize the situation. For example, you find out that you are planning a massive layoff at work. Your coworkers are panicked and very upset, and you are ready to follow suit. Stop and think critically, objectively, what the situation really threatens you with. First, nothing is known for sure yet. Secondly, an unpleasant situation may not affect you in any way. Third, if you really have to part with this job, it remains to be seen what lies ahead. Maybe a job change means great prospects. Now you can see how many different outcomes are possible with one news item. Therefore, do not set yourself up for the negative in advance and objectively evaluate what is happening.
Step 2
Create joyful moments for yourself. Take care of yourself. This improves not only mood, but also self-esteem. Treat yourself to a pleasant pastime. Listen to yourself. If you want to lie down and read, give in to the temptation at least sometimes. If you realize that you will feel like a happy person after buying new clothes, go to the store. Maintain your beauty, visit spas and hair salons. Prepare something delicious for yourself or go to a restaurant. Don't save money or imagination on yourself. Pleasure your body.
Step 3
Keep a list of things in mind for which you should be thankful. It can include all the good things that you have in life. List your favorite job, your hobbies, family members, loved one, true friends, home comfort, your pets and good memories. In difficult times, mentally refer to your list. This will keep you optimistic and empower you to do more. After all, it is foolish to get upset over a trifle and give up at the first obstacle when you have such wealth and happiness in your life.
Step 4
Learn to relax. Your emotional state depends a lot on how you feel. It is difficult to enjoy life and stay optimistic if you are worried about some kind of physical ailment. Therefore, you must try to always be in shape, rest on time, eat right, engage in moderate physical activity, and observe a certain regimen. Try to change your habits and see how much new energy you have. Being in good shape will make it easier for you to maintain a cheerful mood and a positive attitude.
