Moodiness
Cause: Bad moods may occur for no obvious reason, or be due to hormonal changes, pre-menstrual tension, blood sugar imbalances or stress.
Effect: You may feel angry, frustrated, tearful and sad, or swing from one emotion to the next. You may over-react to situations you normally cope well with.
Solutions: Communicate your feelings to family or friends.
Meditation will help to calm and energize you.
Eat regular meals with a low-glycaemic index (eg. wholegrains and protein) to keep blood sugar levels stable.
Remember a funny memory, or watch a video that makes you laugh.
Write a list of all your accomplishments and things you are proud of, as far back as you can remember.
Focus on an activity that you enjoy, such as cooking, drawing or playing a sport.
Make progress on your important goals; these might be your work, a college essay, applying for a new job, learning a new skill or a creative project.
Think of three good things that have happened to you in the last 24 hours, such as chatting to a friend on the phone, enjoying a meal or walking in the sunshine.
Do a kind act for someone else, or tend a pet or houseplant to help you feel good.