This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at OSU chapter.
You feel tired, sad, mad, anxiety-filled, stuck in a rut. There are so many responsibilities in college that make it easy to get caught up in an unhappy routine. NOW IS THE TIME TO CHANGE THAT! Here are some tips to get yourself into a better mood:
- Make someone’s day. Call your grandma, give someone a compliment, or buy a gift for your friends. Taking the focus off of yourself to help others is a surefire way to boost your mood.
- Buy yourself something. Something small, $10 or less. Might I recommend a lipgloss, some gum, a magazine? Because who can resist smiling when they read a super-cheesy Tiger Beat quiz.
- Exercise. To quote Elle Woods, one of the happiest characters to ever grace the big screen, “Exercise gives you endorphins, endorphins make you happy…” Bonus points for taking a fitness class with some friends!
- Listen to Music. Listen to “Nobody’s Perfect” and dance around your room. (Because I know you know the choreography!)
- Get a dessert. Not just any dessert, the best dessert you can find. Because you deserve it. One rule: you enjoy that dessert and do not feel guilty about it!
- Journal. Write down even the smallest things that are bothering you. It will help, I promise.
- Watch something nice. Watch a makeup tutorial or listen to some beautiful European people talk on YouTube. (The twins of Jacksgap on YouTube can brighten even the worst of days!) Watch an episode of your favorite show or a super-campy musical. Might I recommend my personal favorite, Teen Beach Movie?
- Make plans. Sometimes, you just need to scrap the current day and make plans to have a super awesome tomorrow. Plan to go to your favorite restaurant, see a movie at the theatre, or even just wear a super cute outfit.
Employ one or more of these tricks and you’ll be on your way to Happyville in no time!