How to stop life getting you down

In our life, we can be faced with a lot of troubles. We don’t like to talk about our struggles. 【小题1】 So when things start to get you down how can you cheer yourself up?

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Hobbies don’t just fill time. 【小题3】 Try out a new sport, learn to cook or perhaps join a choir. Many hobbies also provide opportunities for social interaction. Talking and making friends will do wonders for your mood.

Reach out

If you’re struggling or feeling down, always remember that you don’t need to be on your own. 【小题4】 If you don’t feel able to talk to friends or family, you’ll find support groups and helplines that can provide you with ideas. You’ll also find that online forums and social media sites can provide opportunities to connect and ask for help.

Try to appreciate the little things.

Those that have recovered from a serious illness often say that they’ve been given a new life and that they wake each morning grateful just to be waking up. 【小题5】   Enjoy the beauty of a flower, a favourite piece of music or a simple sunny day. Go out for dinner and make efforts to truly appreciate the flavour of your meal or lie back on your bed, surrounded by total silence, and simply focus on how it feels to breathe and to relax. Clearing the mind is of benefit. If you can’t focus on the silence, you can instead choose background noise, such as a CD of ocean sounds or the sound of pouring rain.