Sometimes it's hard to stay positive. Here are 25 ways to turn one of those days around.
Hi friends!
With the new year here, I've been thinking a lot about how to be the best version of me. I try to be positive, but like everyone I struggle and have days where everything that comes out of my mouth sounds negative and like I'm complaining. I hate it when it happens. I am pretty good at looking a the bright side of things most of the time, but like everyone I have moments, days or even weeks where I struggle. I know I can't be the only one that feels that way. We are all human.
Today I thought I’d share some of tricks that help me stay positive any day... even on THOSE days where nothing seems to be going my way. Hopefully they will help you too.
15 Ways to Stay Positive Any Day
1. Keep a happy book or gratitude journal.
2. Fake it till you make it,
3. Help a friend,
4. Help a stranger,
5. Enjoy the little things,
6. Write a handwritten thank you note,
7. Find a good mantra,
8. Listen to this song...
...or this one.
9. Find time for self care.
10. Be as nice to yourself as you are to your friends.
11. Go for a run.
12. Go for a long walk... better yet go for a hike.
13. Spend more time outside than inside.
14. Eat a rainbow of food and drink lots of water.
15. Try yoga.
16. Try meditation.
17. Surround yourself with positive people.
18. Do what makes you happy.
19. Remember that most people are fighting some sort of battle (whether they talk about it or not).
20. Don’t let yourself get worked up about things that go wrong. Don't let other people determine your emotions.
21. Spend time with animals.
22. Count your blessings. Again.
23. Live to see beauty.
24. Refuse to dwell on the negative.
25. Just keep smiling.
I firmly believe you attitude can make or break you! And even in hard times, you can put a positive spin on what it going on.
Best of luck, friends! I hope these ideas help you as much as they help me.
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Help me add to the list... how do you stay positive?
Agness of Fit Travelling says
Staying positive is the crucial thing to success, Julie! These are the ultimates tips to stay positive and happy!
JulieWunder says
You too! Thanks Agness!
Farrah says
I need to start a gratitude list in my bullet journal! Helping others almost always lifts my spirits too. Some days are harder than others, but I like to try to stay positive whenever possible! Great list! <3
JulieWunder says
Thanks Farrah!
Lindsey | This Miss Cooks says
Helping a stranger always does it for me. I just can't stay unhappy when I'm interacting with and helping others. I'm currently living a crazy hectic life, but I still have a few volunteer projects in the works at least once a week this month to keep me recharged.
JulieWunder says
That's so true Lindsey! Love the way you think about it. Thanks for stopping by!
Danny Steadman says
Great tips I could use now!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Dan!
Rachel says
I love this! I have a similar list in my bullet journal of positive things I can do when I'm suffering from anxiety. It's helped me to make good choices even when I'm anxious, instead of making poor choices such as binge eating or taking my anxiety out on my loved ones.
JulieWunder says
Such a good idea Rachel. Thanks for stopping by.
Debbie@debbiethisandthat.com says
Great list, Julie! Devotional time usually helps me to reframe a negative outlook. And, chocolate helps too....in moderation!
JulieWunder says
Such a good idea. Thanks Debbie!
Judy says
Thank you so much for posting this! You have no idea how much I needed this. Even though we do not know each other, I consider you a friend. YOU have done numbers 3 and 4 on your list for ME!
When I am feeling down, I look at pictures of my grandchildren, that always puts a smile on my face.
Bless you!
JulieWunder says
Thank you so much Judy! I appreciate you too!
Maureen @ Maureen Gets Real says
This is a great list! While being positive all the time is not easy, these reminders are great ways to turn a not so good day into a more positive one.
JulieWunder says
Thanks Maureen!
Erinn says
This is great! I try to be a "glass half full" person, but sometimes it's tough. Love these little reminders.
JulieWunder says
I am too-- but sometimes life gets the best of me.
Emily @ Pizza & Pull-Ups says
Love this! Thanks for sharing!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Emily!
Reelika @Financially Wise On Heels says
Awesome list, love it! Happiness can come from so many small things 🙂 Wonderful post!
Tina@GottaRunNow says
One of my faves - enjoy the little things!
Blane Sherer says
I like your positive tips. It is certainly normal for people to feel down but you don't want to allow that to become a long term feeling leading to chronic depression.
Jess @hellotofit says
This post brightened my Monday 🙂 great tips! Yoga has become a bigger part of my life; it allows me to let go of "life" for a bit and just tune in with my body, and tune out with busy life!
Stacie @ SimplySouthernStacie says
Those are all good tips! I love the ones about helping other because it's impossible to be focused on your own issues or life when you are serving another person.
Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes says
This is going to sound silly, but I turn on Taylor Swift's "Shake it Off", crank it up real loud and dance with my kids to it 🙂
Danyelle Musselman says
Great advice! Some days are bound to be harder than others, you've got to find ways to get through 🙂
Dan says
Loving your list. Since you lie country music, listen to Let it Go by George Strait
Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner says
Being able to be outside is a big one for me! Great tips 🙂
Dan Steadman says
love it!!
Libby Haire says
Look for beauty. You have shared this with us, like the flowers at Biltmore, and the happy family e of your nephew.
Sometimes if we can muster up the courage to GIVE on a down day, life looks sweet again.
Good ideas, thanks for sharing them with all of us.
Thinking by of Crystal and Melanie today.
Susie @ SuzLyfe says
Living to see beauty, and choosing happiness is so crucial--you can be a wet mop, or you can swiffer up the dirt and shine! hahahahah I"m so corny 😀
jill conyers says
This is awesome Julie! Happiness is a choice.
Ruthie@She'sWickedHealthy says
Love this list! Its so important to have to have some tools in your toolbox to give yourself a boost when you need it. Big ones for me are going for a run and thinking about what I'm grateful for. Lots of times, I will do the thinking while I do the running!
Jenny says
You're awesome, Julie! I agree with all of your list--and Mom always says, "When you're down, lift someone else up."