1. Get involved in cultural enlightenment
Do you want to get a portion of joy? Try going to the theater and watching a play. Or visit a museum. Researchers collected data on the pastime and mood of 50,000 people and found that those who attend more cultural events (or participate in them themselves) suffer less from depression and anxiety and show higher levels of happiness. Of course, this is difficult to do now, but you can attend an event when it is possible. Well, or you can watch some concert of your favorite rock band at home) It is curious that the men who participated in the study got more pleasure from those cultural events where it was only necessary to contemplate the beautiful. For example, from museum or art exhibitions, plays, concerts. And women gave preference to activities where they had to take an active part - meetings in clubs, singing, walking in the fresh air or dancing. You can check at the same time whether this difference is confirmed in your case.
2. Keep a diary
A lot has been written about the beneficial effect of the diary on mental balance. Indeed, taking notes can improve mood, according to a study by Ting Zhang of Harvard University.
Zhang and her colleagues found that the most mundane and mundane events recorded in the diary began to feel more meaningful and enjoyable over time.
That is, if you write about something mundane, such as going to the movies or meeting with a friend, and then re-read the record after a year or two, then remember what happened, feeling more joy and warmth than at the moment of the event. You can think of a diary as a way to "invest" some happiness in the future.
3. Talk to a stranger
Researchers Nicholas Epley and Juliana Schroeder from the University of Chicago conducted an experiment. They gave a group of passengers on the Chicago train a $ 5 gift card. In exchange, they pledged to start a conversation with a fellow traveler during the trip. Another group of subjects had to walk the path in silence.
As a result, those who overcame shyness and chatted with those around them showed improved mood and well-being. Those who did not contact anyone did not become happier.
A similar study was conducted by specialists from the University of British Columbia. They, too, gave away five-dollar cards to cafeteria diners in exchange for promises to engage in a little dialogue with the barista. And such fleeting communication, despite the seeming insignificance, also led to an increase in the mood of the subjects.
So contacts with others, even short ones, improve our condition. YOU CAN ALWAYS WRITE ME AND WE WILL TALK ABOUT ANYTHING!)))
4. Spend time with friends and family
Perhaps this is the best way to cheer up. You just need to tell about a friend and I am sure that your friend will do everything to make you better))
Scientists from the University of Arizona conducted a study in which they tracked the emotional state of 80 people for four days. And it showed that the happiest people are those who more often communicate with relatives and friends on topics that seem important to them. Those who are socially active but prefer casual conversations about nothing are less satisfied with life. In general, finally call your grandmother)))
So, here I have collected several methods. I'll post the rest in my next post. Hope you don’t miss it!
I wish you good luck and good mood))
Victoria