Low self-esteem just isn’t for emotional teenage girls anymore. Even adult women have those moments where nothing really seems right. Being low on self-esteem can lead to conditions such as depression and eating disorders. The next time you’re in the dumps about yourself, it helps to have tips to follow to quickly turn your bad mood around and allow you to embrace everything that is so great about you.

1. Surround yourself with positive things. Misery loves company so when you feel a bad mood coming over you, the first step to take is to only deal with positive things and positive people. Have friends who always complain or just seem negative? Well, now is not the time to talk or hang out with them. Get in touch with a friend or family member who is uplifting and can help you see the brighter side of things. You’d be surprised how good you feel when you’re with people who only want the best for you.

2. Do what you love. This is the time you can stop and do the things that please you and not anyone else. If you’ve been meaning to pick up a new book to read, want to get some gardening done, or rent your favorite chick flick, do it! Don’t let anyone else interrupt your personal time. Break your rule and eat ice cream out of the carton. Just doing little things that make you happy will allow you to truly be yourself and not worry about how others perceive you.

3. Reflect on where you’ve been and what you’ve done. Sometimes we get so caught up in our faults and flaws that we forget to appreciate ourselves and what we’ve achieved in life. While the future is unknown, what we do have is the past so think about all the fun times you’ve had in life and the great moments you’ve enjoyed. Remember the happiness you felt when you won that award, aced that job interview, made an important contribution to a charity or group, met your significant other, got married or the birth of your first child. These are all accomplishments that are unique to your own life so pat yourself on the back!

4. Pamper yourself. If you just can’t stand the sight of yourself in the mirror, do something about it! Get a pedicure/manicure, go shopping for a cute new outfit, and get a makeover or a new hairstyle. Doing these things will prevent you from seeing yourself as “ugly” or in a negative light. When you feel good on the outside and the inside, your gloomy mood will disappear.

5. Get fit! When you’re exercising it becomes more difficult to stay in a bad mood. Going for a run, visiting the gym or taking a dip in the pool will occupy you and keep you from thinking bad thoughts. Once your adrenaline is pumping and your senses are fully alert, you’ll feel exhilarated and unable to focus on why you were in a funk in the first place. Plus, you’ll be doing something good for your body and your health.

6. Be thankful for another day. Life is short and as bad as you feel your situation is it is important to always remember that there are other people who are going through much worse. Look around yourself and be thankful for what you have. Spend time with friends, family and loved ones to remind yourself of how lucky you are.

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