A very important part of our lives is the challenge of constantly coping with the ups and downs of everyday life. There are days when everything is in order, things go for miracles and the sun shines like never before. Then, there are some others when all our eyes see is darkness /
Thankfully science has come up with some conclusions and strategies that can help us make a bad day less bad.
1. Stop striving to be perfect
It is definitely very important to have clear goals, with solid foundations and to set high standards for yourself, but if this need passes under constant pressure with yourself, it becomes unhealthy. The need to be perfect all the time makes you feel inadequate most of the time, regret easily and never feel fulfilled.
By letting the ideals of perfectionism go and appreciating / enjoying the process of "doing things" naturally without tension, you will see that things will get better.
2. Be the most social version of yourself possible
Spending time in peace with yourself is something healthy that should be practiced from time to time, but definitely while maintaining some balance. Studies have concluded that socialization influences and helps a lot in improving mood. Increasing the level of interaction with others helps a lot introverts as well as those who have problems with anxiety.
3. Forgive someone (maybe even yourself)
It is in human nature to remember everything others have done and to burden oneself with anger from time to time. However, holding on to your shoulders the behaviors of others, even against you, not only does not help you, but negatively affects your psychology.
These kinds of resentments and burdens make you less and less humane, which is why science recommends forgiveness. Try to forgive for all of the reasons below:
1. The anxiety and stress you felt will be reduced
2. Will be less hostile in daily interactions
3. Mental health will improve
4. Self-confidence will increase
In conclusion?
The ability to turn a bad day into a good one is not a superpower that only certain people have. We all have the power to do it. Just let perfectionist standards go, make a plan to be more social, and practice forgiveness to liberate yourself.
Source: Psychology Today
