50 ways you can create a better day

8/7/2019 50 Ways You Can Create a Better Day

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50 Ways You Can Create a Better Day

Every now and then I wake up in a crappy mood, feeling totally unmotivated and not wanting to

do anything or see anyone. It could be due to something bad happening the previous day, or itcould be due to nothing at all. I just feel crabby for no reason. Weird, I know. But, I'm sure you

know what I mean. Everyone has experienced dreadful waking moments in the past.

In fact, it is not really surprising that a lot of people nowadays feel bad the moment they wake

up. If you are bombarded with negative news like the recent airplane crotch-bomb threat and theHaiti earthquake, it is little wonder that you'd feel the world is all doom and gloom.

However, it is worth noting that you can actually make your day better no matter what situation

you have in life. So, in order to overcome that awful feeling to make my day a rich and beautifulone, I apply a few or more of the following tips throughout the day.

Here are 50 tips to set you on your way to a better day. Do yourself a favor and don't try more

than a handful of these in a single day. In fact, put these ideas in a hat and pick one randomly thenext time you get in a funk.

1. Think Positive Thoughts Before You SleepThe quality of sleep you get the night before can affect your mood the next day. Thus, ifyou want to create a better day tomorrow, you have to make sure that you think only

positive things before you go to bed at night. Do not fret about your mortgage problemsor dwell on the bad things that happened to you during the day. You need a good night's

rest in order to prepare your mind and body for the busy day ahead.

2. Tell yourselfThat Today is a Better DayThe first thing that you should say to yourself the moment you wake up is that today willbe great and marvelous. Know that you have control of what kind of day you will have.Telling yourself that today is going to be a great day will give you a positive attitude and

a winner's outlook. The power of the mind is strong so feed your mind with positivethings.

3. Wake Up a Few Minutes EarlierIf you want to get out of bed at 6AM, set the alarm for 5:45 and then allow 15 minutes

for your body and mind to adjust and wake up. At 6, hop out of bed! Waking up late andrushing through things will increase your heart rate and simply stress you out. On top of

that, you'll inevitably forget to do something and then stress about that too!

4. Take It EasyTake things easy. Breathe deeply and slowly. If you are feeling rushed, take a deep breath

and remind yourself that in the big scheme of life, being a minute late is pretty small.

5. Keep a Mental Note of the Things You Need to DoIt is always a good thing to try to keep a list of the things that you ought to do or


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accomplish for the day. If you are forgetful, you should write these things down. Asidefrom the things that you need to do at the office, you also need to remember those that

you need to do for your family or friends. Write them all down so that you can manageyour time wisely throughout the day.

6. Get Some InspirationDo not expect manna to come down from heaven. If you want to create a better day, youhave to make a conscious effort to achieve things. Give yourself a boost with someinspiration. Be sure to read, listen or watch something that can perk your day up.

Sometimes, just seeing your child laugh is enough to make your heart smile.

7. Eat a Healthy BreakfastYour mood for the day can actually be affected by the things that you do and eat. In order

to jump start your day and prepare your mind and body for the busy day ahead, you needto have a power breakfast. Make sure that you eat something healthy. Whole grains,

protein, and fruits can surely give you the nutrients that you need to do the things that you

need to accomplish for the day.

8. Some Stretching Will Do You GoodStretching and exercising your muscles will also help in jumpstarting your system. If you

wake up sluggish, you need some exercise and stretching to perk up your day. Besides,stretching and exercising can also prevent muscle cramps and other aches that can ruin

your mood for the day.

9. Pay Attention to your Hygiene and AppearanceOne of the things that people are conscious about is their appearance. To ensure you

won't feel insecure, make sure to take a bath, wear clean clothes and pay attention to your

face and grooming. If you know that you look presentable, you will feel empowered andconfident.

10.Compliment YourselfSay good things about yourself. Do not be afraid to compliment yourself once in a while.However, be careful not to be conceited because people hate narcissistic individuals.

11.Adopt a Positive AttitudeBefore you step out of the house, make it a conscious effort to be positive in all thingsyou do. Tell yourself that you will stay positive throughout the day.

12.Exert Some Effort to Sm

ileStudies show that smiling, even if there is no reason to do it, can lift up your mood.

Besides, a smile can make you look even more attractive.

13.Try Not To Be ReactiveThere is a tendency for men to react to everything negatively, especially on the road.

Thus, you should try not to be reactive, especially when you are driving. If somebody


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cuts you on the road, just let it pass and think that the other guy may be having a bad day.Or just be please that you are not as rude as that individual.

14.Count to Ten to Keep You from ExplodingIf you think that you are going to get mad, count to ten to calm your nerves. This will let

some steam out.

15.Think before You ActMany people end up feeling remorse after they have done nasty things without thinking.To prevent feeling guilty and remorseful, think first before you do something.

16.Don't Take Things Too SeriouslyNot everything that you hear people say about you should be taken seriously. Somepeople just like being nasty so you should not get affected with what they are saying.

17.Be More Attentive to PeopleIn order to minimize altercations or misunderstandings, it would really be a good thing tolisten attentively to what others are saying. Being attentive will also help you comeacross as being sincere, thus making you more likable. Of course, don't do it for the sake

of being likable. Be genuine in it.

18.Look at People and Situations in a Positive LightYou really can't prevent bad things from happening. Sometimes shit does happen. In

order not to let these things ruin your day, try to look for the silver lining in everything.

19.Give Compliments to Other PeopleMake a conscious effort to compliment other people. This will help build betterrelationships. Just make sure that you are complimenting them genuinely.

20.Manage Your Time WiselyA good day can turn bad if you feel stressed out. Thus, manage your time wisely toensure that everything that you need to do can be accomplished with time to spare.

21.Take a BreakTo prevent being burned out, you should take a break once in a while. Try walking

around the office or doing some stretching while you are in your desk every time you arefeeling a bit drained.

22.Deal withThings the Mature WayDo not be petty and do not act like a child. You are an adult so try to do things maturely.

23.Laugh a LotLaughter can pick up your mood. Just do not laugh at other people's mistakes.

24.Consider Inputs from Other PeopleTake time listening to the suggestions and inputs of other people. Even if you are the

manager or head of your department, you need other people's contributions too.


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25.Grab Fruit Instead of a Bar of ChocolateFruits can surely wake you up in the middle of the day, whereas a bar of chocolate will

just give you energy spike for a few minutes. So, you will end up feeling even more tiredand sleepy.

26.Always Do Your BestYou will not have regrets if you know that you have given your all in everything that youdo.

27.Don't Wallow in Sorrow and DefeatNobody is perfect and sometimes you need to experience losses and defeats to learn.

Instead of wallowing in self-pity, use these negative things to make you a better person.

28.Stay Away From Negative PeopleNegative people can just pull you down so there is really no point in spending your timewith them. Stay away from them whenever possible. If they happen to be your mates,

seek to inspire them. If that won't do, perhaps it's time to find yourself new mates.

29.Be Courteous and KindDoing other people some good will give you a warm and fuzzy feeling. And also makeyou more likable.

30.Build Bridges and Develop FriendshipsHaving enemies can surely drain your energy, whereas building friendships can makeyour support team bigger and stronger.

31.Be Careful with What You SayIt is often hard to take back the bad things that you say, so you need to be careful withyour words.

32.Take Time to Stop and Smell the FlowersYou can enhance your mood by counting your blessings and seeing the good in other

people, things or situations.33.Learn to Pace Your Energy

You need to be careful with energy bursts and crashes. Try not to exhaust yourself in the

morning because you will surely have a nasty and tiring afternoon if you do.

34.Incorporate Exercise Throughout the DayExercise can give you a high because endorphins are released after a good workout.

35.Wear Comfortable ShoesIt is very hard to stay positive if your feet are hurting. I've seen too many of my female

friends wear heels that hurt their feet just because they look good.

36.Drink Plenty of WaterDehydration can cause lethargy. So avoid it at all costs.

37.Pay Attention to What You EatEating junk food can contribute to mood swings. So eat moderately.

38.Go Easy on the CoffeeToo much coffee can make you nervous and fidgety.


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39.Treat YourselfBe sure to give yourself small rewards every time you did well. We all need to give

ourselves a nice pat on the shoulders to give ourselves a little encouragement.

40.Plan the Next Day before Going HomeBefore you head home, make a list of the things that you need to accomplish in the office

the following day.

41.Spend Quality Time with the People You LoveDon't take anyone for granted. Sustain your relationships. Spending quality time togetheris the best way to keep and improve relationships.

42.Keep in Touch With Friends and FamilyIf you live alone, calling your loved ones or just dropping by to say 'hi' can lift your spirit

as well as theirs.

43.Have a HobbyTo keep your mind off your work, do something that you love outside your office work.

44.Have No RegretsYou cannot go back in time so you cannot undo the things that you have done. Instead,

make a conscious effort to make things better in the future.

45.Keep a JournalWriting things and ideas down can help you to keep track of your goals and remember

things you've learned and observations you've made. And it can also help you figure outnew directions for your life and then guide you as you go.

46.Take a Relaxing BathAfter a stressful day, a relaxing bath can help you go to sleep comfortably.

47.Prepare the Things You Need Before You Go to SleepThis will help make tomorrow less stressful because you won't feel at a lost of what to

do. Being prepared always help you to stay focused and assured.

48.Get in the Mood to SleepDo the things that can help you go to sleep early because a restful sleep can help you

improve your mood for the next day. Reading a book before bed or listening to soft musichelps me to sleep better.

49.Make LoveMaking love can also release endorphins and help you have a good night's sleep. Plus, ithelps to improve your relationship. Of course, I don't expect you to do it every day.

50.Go to Bed EarlyTry to go to bed early and get enough sleep to prepare yourself for the day ahead

tomorrow. You don't want to wake up the next day feeling like a zombie.

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