We all have a bad week sometimes, so if you’re feeling a bit blue or frustrated, know that you aren’t alone.
I’ve found myself having a roller coaster week – some good, some frustrating, some just BLAH so I figured there are probably a few of you out there in the same boat who may need to grab an oar and join me as we row ourselves a shore.
Or maybe you need to send this to a friend who’s in this boat?
Or maybe I need to let go of a metaphor gone on WAY too long… 😉
Regardless, here are my tips for turning your week around and approaching it with a fresh start:
1. Meditate
I was recently suggested to download the Stop, Breathe & Think app for meditation. I’ve always wanted to be better at it but outside of savassana in yoga, it just wasn’t happening. While I’m still not great at it, I’m getting better and have been going through the prompts to pick the proper meditation to do right before bed. I usually fall asleep in the middle of it, which I consider a good thing, I relaxed enough to drift off to dreamland.
2. Journal
Whether a sentence, two or 10, just taking a few minutes to put your feelings out there makes all the difference. Not only does this allow me a few quiet moments with my thoughts, but it just gives me a moment to LET GO of the things that aren’t serving me, are stressing me out, or may hold me back tomorrow. You know where to go if you need some journaling inspiration (coughDAILYASPIREcough).
3. Schedule Something Fun
This may seem ridiculous but it’s all about giving yourself something to look forward to. If you have something fun on the agenda – coffee with a friend, yoga, etc – you can focus more on the fun and less on the bad.
4. Find the Positive
Okay, I know this is easier said than done but this may be the most important when things are feeling rough. If you can’t find the positive yourself, talk to a friend who can help you see it. Maybe you’re just changing your perspective or maybe you’re focusing on the small wins, whatever it may be, find something positive and channel your energy there. I promise, it will make a difference.
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What are some of your top tips to turn around a rough day, week or month?
I so needed to read this. This week has been super stressful and I’ve been on the verge of tears a few too many times. Thanks for the encouragement!
Great tips! Thanks for the great advice 🙂
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YES Journaling, praying, spending time with the Lord and just remembering Who He is and His promises is one of the best ways to turn any sour attitude or depressed day around.
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These are fabulous ideas Katie! 🙂 I often love to meditate on the Calm app when I’m really stressed out or if I can I got get my hair and nails done, some self love goes far in my book! 🙂 Happy Thursday!
I have had a really bad week plus its been non stop raining so I for sure needed this!
Planning something fun sounds good. I never have much luck with meditating, I tend to fall asleep. lol Good ideas though for one of those weeks.
It has been a tough week! Some scheduled fun sounds just about right!!
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Those are some great tips, Katie. Meditating defintely helps and trying to see the positive is a good one as well – even though it’s not always easy. I also like going on walks with the pup – fresh air always does me good.
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i think meditating and channeling all the little positive things around can really help turn around the situation…
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All of these ideas definitely work. I was having a horrible week last week, and after a few little pep talks, looking at the positives, journaling, quiet time and looking ahead to spring break, I was able to break from the bad week.
You totally have a great suggestions meditating helps reset your mindset and remain positive.
Kickbox the frustrations away!
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YES – I love a quick second to meditate. It really helps me to center my mind and redirect any negative thoughts. Something else that might fall under doing something fun – treating yourself. Sometimes we all just need a small pick me up. 🙂
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Thanks for the tips! I often try to schedule something fun in so that I have things to look forward to rather than dwelling on the current situations.
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Great Points Katie! I would include rest in there too. Sometimes you just need to go home and do nothing! Here’s to a good Thursday.
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