There’s no denying that modern life can be stressful. As adults, we have all kinds of worries to contend with; the economy is in the toilet and job loss remains high; the job you have is demanding and fast-paced; the kids require you to be not only a nanny, but also a chauffeur, a cook, a tutor, and a counselor (parents wear many hats); and the amount of things you have to squeeze into a day is more than enough to boggle your mind (and your mood). So if you’re having trouble shaking off the stresses of the day and you’re looking for ways to improve your mood, like, yesterday, here are a few tips and tricks to help you let go of your frustrations and get back to the sunny self you fear you may have lost along the way.
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Change your diet. A steady influx of sugars, fats, and preservatives will only make you feel about a million years old. If your first instinct is to reach for a bag of chips and a Coke when you have to eat lunch on the go, then it’s time to seriously rethink your position on nutrition. You’ve probably heard the saying “you are what you eat” and in a way it’s true. If you weigh down your body with items that feature lots of calories but little in the way of nutrients, you’re virtually starving yourself of the feel-good elements that real foods have to offer. A diet rich in lean protein, whole grains, and the fruits and veggies that provide you with necessary vitamins is not only going to make your body feel fantastic, but it will also increase your energy and focus and dramatically improve your mood.
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Exercise. Whether you’re jogging, lifting weights, or hitting the yoga mat, exercise may be the [Read more…]
