Sometimes life throws you a lot of shit at once. Or you a just having a rough day and need a little pick me up. Here are my pointers for those days. Please note these are not medication or alcohol, even you wish they were.
1. Listen to something. There is nothing better than taking a drive somewhere new with music that you love to sing along with. This can be something that makes you feel good, something that gets your anger out, or classical music to calm the nerves. Movie soundtracks would have to be my favorite thing to pick me up or Kesha's Rainbows album.
2. Watch something. Movies are my go to for any situation. When I got home from surgery in July, all I wanted to do was curl up and watch Little Women (1994 version.) I did turn it on, but I immediately fell asleep. Unfortunately, I left my comforting movie in a PS3 in Arizona, it now resides somewhere in Florida. If that person is reading this, please mail it to me or buy me a new copy. Please.
3. Read something. I recently read Amy Purdy's autobiography "On My Own Two Feet." It was inspiring. I had found her fascinating and inspirational since I saw her on Dancing with the Stars. This was before I was told I needed a new kidney. In case you don't know, Amy Purdy is a Paralympic Athlete in snow boarding. When she was just 19, she contracted meningitis. She ended up needing both legs amputated below the knee and needing a kidney transplant a year later. Her father was her donor and she has not missed a beat in the years since.
4. Smell something. I love to burn candles, always have. I find them relaxing, romantic, and refreshing. Play on letters there, hehe. Recently, I received an essential oil diffuser for Christmas. I love it! It is from Eden's Garden. My favorite synergy blends, so far, are Good Morning and Good Night. They are having a 20% off sale on their website tomorrow, January 18th, if you are interested.
5. Do something. There are two things I love to do when I am feeling especially blue. Hit the gym and go to the movies. Going to the gym or just being active helps you mood. It also helps you self esteem, sleep, and your general health. The second one, going to the movies, is my favorite thing to do. What is your favorite thing to do?