We all get into bad moods from time to time. In most instances, it is easy to snap out of it when we know what is causing it. Bad moods can affect work, relationships, and complicate problems. Here are common causes of a bad mood and how you can get over it.
Guilt
Forgetting somebody’s birthday, neglecting an errand, or hurting somebody can cause guilty feelings, which do not go away even after apologizing. The best way to get rid of your guilty feeling is to atone for it. For example, send a belated birthday card or volunteer to do a new errand.
Rejection
Rejection can sting, no matter how small. Even if you don’t know the reason for being rejected, it can still hurt. To get over it, it is best to not take things personally.
Low Self-Esteem
Some days can be more difficult than others. Even for people who usually feel good about themselves, there are days when we feel down. During a low self-esteem day, you can workout extra hard to release endorphins to improve mood, eat your favorite meal, or indulge in gourmet coffee.
Fear of Failure
Stress from work can bring on a fear of failure, especially there are high expectations regarding a project. To get out of this funk, focus on things you can control, like practicing or preparing for your presentation to ensure that things go smoothly. Create a support group among your co-workers so that you can encourage each other.
Overdue Tasks
Mental checklists left to simmer at the back of the brain can be annoying and cause bad moods. You know you have to do them, but think you don’t have time to spare. When it comes to overdue tasks, the best thing to do is to tackle them head on. This way, you can feel the relief when it’s done and can focus on important tasks ahead.
Small Annoyances
Insignificant details are annoying and can put anybody in a bad mood immediately. These things are small and can easily be taken care of, but it takes up time in a busy day. To put yourself in a better mood, look at the big picture instead of the little annoyances.
Hunger
Hunger is a reminder from the body to refuel, but it puts us in a bad mood because we feel that it distracts us from other things we should be doing. Nutrition is important and the best thing about eating is that it puts you in a better mood.
