The rains as of late have quite honestly gotten me feeling a little trapped and if I confess – a little blue. There is just something about continual rain and gloom that affects me negatively. Oh yes, the sun has poked out now and then and the past few days have been better weather wise but it reminded me that it is up to ME to turn that feeling around.
I have written other posts on how to turn a day around (you can read one of those here). I like to be the Queen of Positivity here on It’s Just Life so it’s time to offer up some more ideas of how to make an icky day better.
- Buy yourself some fresh flowers from the local farmers market and put them in a spot in your home where you can see and smell them. Fresh flowers are a staple in my house and they always elicit a smile from me as I pass by.
- Try out a new recipe and share it with a friend. Who doesn’t love to get an unexpected plate of cookies or pastry ? The end result is in the giving you receive just as much.
- Go see a movie you have wanted to see by yourself. I have started doing this occasionally and it really is a nice pick me up. We have a cute little theater in downtown Brevard and the afternoon shows are the perfect time to go especially when Chris is traveling.
- Sit down and write a letter or postcard to someone you miss.
- READ . It can be a book, a magazine, newspaper or anything but preferably something that takes you away from the reality of life for an hour or two.
- Take a long relaxing bath with some bath bombs or bubble bath. I recently made some homemade bath bombs and they are da bomb. (Giggle)
- Find a series to binge watch. My favorites right now are on Acorn TV which is the British option. I love the British and Australian shows that they feature and it is a great way to escape by spending a couple hours (Who am I kidding? A whole night is more like it.) getting lost in someone else’s drama.
- Buy something small but special for yourself. I love fluffy socks and there is nothing like a nice pair of fluffy socks to put on to make my feet happy.
- Use a facial mask to refresh your face. I buy discounted ones at TJMaxx or Marshall’s and they come in all kinds of fun looks. When the family was together for my birthday all 6 of us did masks including Chris.
Tiger and panda
If nothing else it made us laugh . I bet it makes you laugh as well.
- Treat yourself to a cup of your favorite steaming hot beverage (or cold beverage if it is too hot outside for a hot drink) and really savor the experience. Don’t rush it. Just sit and enjoy with no other distractions.
So there you have a list of ten ways to brighten your day and turn an otherwise dismal day into something special. It really does not take a lot and I find that there are a million ways to make things seem better if I just look for them.
Tell me – what do you do when you need to change the direction of your day? I would love to hear your suggestions in the comments. Remember each comment this month goes to help support our Comments for a Cause – The Corolla Wild Horse Fund. Click here to read all about it .
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Leave a commentOh, great ideas, Beth Ann! The first one on your list made me smile, because I do that nearly every Saturday. There is a vendor at our market (a sweet couple) that I visit with and purchase a pretty bouquet of flowers from.
I must say that you and Chris look really cute in those masks. I usually just look SCARY when I use one!
What do I do to turn my day around? (And this obviously doesn’t work if it’s raining….) But I go outside and walk around the yard. Even if I don’t do anything but pull a couple of weeds. Something about being out there just hits my refresh button!
Have a great weekend!
Flowers seem to be what picks us all up and I love to find local vendors like you do. The things we find that make us happier are all pretty wonderful ideas. Thanks for sharing yours!
Those masks are too funny! Gave me a good chuckle. And that’s a good way to turn your day around — find something that makes you laugh out loud!
Aren’t those masks great? I was surprised I got Chris to put one on and actually he posted a picture of himself before I did!
I do believe you sent the rain West… it’s raining in buckets here today! Thanks for the tips.
I think you guys got slammed with rain from the looks of it. I am trying to keep up with all the flooding stuff in MC and it looks pretty epic. Hang in there!
Would love a lot of rain out here in the west. Arizona has to-o-o-o-o-o-o-o much sun and the occasional rainy day really gives me a great feeling. As always thanks for the tips and the chuckles
I would happily give you some rain. We came to Ohio on vacation and the rain followed us!
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All great ideas and snuggle with a pet (or two) is another one to add to the list. Of course we don’t have to deal with all that rain anymore but it did rain hard a couple of days ago and it made me think of the rainy days in Vancouver that did get me down sometimes.
Snuggling with pets is THE best way to turn a day around. Perfect!
Oh, fantastic list! Some things that boost my mood—and I have been all about self-care these days are these things: playing fetch with the dogs, making jewelry, yes, reading—and I have been doing that fiendishly and just finished Circe, oh, my, bubble baths most assuredly, and scrolling to see what friends are up to on FB. Just a simple walk to appreciate the outdoors and listen to the birds singing is wonderfully therapeutic for my soul, in addition to listening to some good music, taking a nap, doing yoga or meditating, and mixing oils. I love to look through old photos, too, and play with them. We are getting quite a bit of rain right now, and I have to admit that I love it. I love the idea about trying out a new recipe, too: I just got an Instant Pot and am having fun with it. I have made only two dishes, but I cannot wait to do more. Wonderful blog post! Thanks for sharing your ideas!
You have an amazing list of things to do to lift the mood. Thank you for your suggestions!!! Wonderful!
I ask my daughter to send me a photo of my granddaughter. 🙂
Well that is just perfect! That would cheer me up as well!
I buy a new lipstick. I just found a color called Honey pink by Maybelline that I love. I walk (yes even in the rain) it is hard to be sad and drink a root beer float especially while soaking in a bath with a lush bath bomb. I step away from social media especially Twitter. Popcorn with lots of butter. I tell myself happy stories. Usually when I am blue I am tuned into the sad thought station. And flowers! Yes! And sometimes I just wallow and feel very sorry for myself—Poor Poor Pitiful Pearl…I know it won’t last why not make the most of it?
Ohhh–that’s a great idea. I am not a lipstick person but that is a perfect way to change a mood! And root beer floats are indeed a pick me up. My daddy always mae them and I love the memory of him making them. Wallowing is quite acceptable at times and just what is needed at times. Thanks for some great suggestions!
Tell me about it. This rain is getting ridiculous. I know, I know. I live in Florida. It’s rain season but it’s really not been normal how much and how heavy it’s raining. I’m just a little sick of it. We haven’t been able to enjoy our pool at all. It’s pretty crazy.
I’ve never seen the sheet masks with prints on them. So cute and funny! I’ll have to see if I can find some for me and the girls.
Have a great weekend!!!
The rain messes up the pool chemicals as well as I remember from our time when we had a pool in Mooresville. Ugh. The masks are so fun and I got most of these at TJMaxx or Marshalls . They usually have a pretty great selection and they are way cheaper than in other places. Let me know if you need a hook up–I can be your personal shopper!
I like to cut some flowers from the yard, but if there aren’t any, I pick up something cheap at the grocery store. And also I go for a walk. I always feel lots better when I get back from a walk, even one in the rain. Plus I go work on photos..that’s a sure fire way to start smiling. Sometimes just a nap will do it for me.
Flowers are the best, aren’t they? And a walk in the rain is sometimes just what the doctor ordered. Your working on photos is another great suggestion. Not only do they usually bring back great memories they inspire me. Thanks for stopping by!
Great ideas! Hope the rain stops soon for you!
What simply and wonderful ideals, Beth Ann, to make our days better. Thanks so much for sharing.
Thank YOU, Shirley. It is great to have you visit and I would love to hear your contributions to my list!