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Tell me about the uplifting things you do when you’re sad

Exercise! Sweating like a pig makes me happy, although I am eating more so not quite losing weight but exercise makes me happy, I feel healthier.

i mainly do cardio and pilates, but like to walk and play golf when I have a free day.
 
Definitely exercise, that was a really good idea.

But also I start writing a list of stuff I need to do. While it can be temporarily exhausting it helps me focus and move on. Including some small things I can tackle right away is also helpful.

I also will do something like wax/shave my legs or anything to improve my appearance as it makes me feel better about myself and more able to fix stuff. Actually you can almost judge how bad it is getting by how much effort I am putting into these things :lol-2: .

Finally if nothing else is working, I call a friend or family member as that always works. But I generally try the other approaches first and call once I'm in a better mood.
 
Play piano or guitar.
Read a book, but taking care to read the right type of book for that mood.
Socialize with my parrot.
Take a long walk with my parrot on my shoulder.
Play chess with the computer at www.lichess.org, but pick a low difficulty playing level so I win. :mrgreen:
Escape into something streaming, like old classic films or documentaries.
Surf around the Internet, just following my nose.
Yank some chains here on PS. :Up_to_something:

I also like to just sit and think. Sometimes I'll put my thoughts into writing.
 
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First, I let myself be sad then I focus on all the things that I find beautiful, most of which are in nature -- the lyrics of bird song, a hummingbird, flowers & trees, a walk on a foggy night to feel the soft dewey caress on my skin either in real time or through memories these things elevate my mood. And there's always the tie for #1 -- resting within the arms of my beloved or snuggling with a purring cat.
 
I play in my jewelry boxes...:cool2:
 
I get out into nature, something about watching the birds and squirrels doing their thing is very relaxing and gets my mind off things.
 
Listening to music I love.
Working out with weights and doing cardio creating feel good endorphins.
Hiking and walking with my sweet DH out in nature.

Having a good cry when I need to.
Releasing the pent up stress and emotions.
Sometimes having good cry is exactly what I need.

And sometimes just allowing myself to feel sad and sharing with my loved ones who get it.
Sometimes just being heard is what I need to feel better.

I am feeling very sad at the moment.
I cannot go into why specifically. But health related.
Sad and scared.
Time to workout while listening to some good music and hopefully I will feel better.
Controlling what I can and doing the best with what I cannot control.
Feeling like one has no control and scared is one of the worst feelings.

Putting it all into perspective helps (somewhat).
The beauty that is all around us.

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I will echo what many have already said, animals, being outside in nature, beautiful music, a good book.. a long bike ride or a long walk somewhere pretty. I also allow myself to feel my feelings, but do try to reframe my thoughts so that I feel a bit more centered. Doing something kind and unexpected for someone else can also often be a mood boost for me.
 
siamese3 said:
I will echo what many have already said, animals, being outside in nature, beautiful music, a good book.. a long bike ride or a long walk somewhere pretty. I also allow myself to feel my feelings, but do try to reframe my thoughts so that I feel a bit more centered. Doing something kind and unexpected for someone else can also often be a mood boost.
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Yes I forgot the furry babies. And also helping others takes our mind off ourselves and our challenges. That is so true. Doing good helps one to feel good. Or at least better. Thanks for the reminder.
 
Eating
Cooking
Singing
Learning to play the clarinet
Playing and huddling with my cat and dog
Going out for walks with the dog
Going camping in my RV/campervan with my dog
Socialising online like participating in this board and other message boards, and FB etc...
Helping out charitable organisations
Working as the day job brings home the bacon and put food on the table for me and the pets

I am grateful for my lot.

DK :))
 
I connect with friends - phone call, walking dogs together, etc. Exercise!! This one is big for me and has helped me so much this past year. Try to plan something to look forward to. We did something completely different this year and went up to Maine to be with friends for Thanksgiving. We set up that plan in early September, so I had almost 3 months to think about it and look forward to it.
 
Allow the sadness to happen..cry or whatever I need to release…release it.
then…
play with and walk my furbaby, get on treadmill, singing, golf with hubby(when weather permits), plan a trip (need something to look forward to), touch base with friend via phone call ( keep that needed personal connection), and binge on entertaining shows, baking ->tried a key lime pie recipe this past weekend…family loved it, it was to magically delicious and lifted my spirits!!
 
Probably exercise. Take a brisk walk that's at least a few miles. Or do a jog.

We have a new rowing machine. I find that it is very good at making you work hard and things seem a bit more accomplished after a session.
 
kenny said:
Play piano or guitar.
Read a book, but taking care to read the right type of book for that mood.
Socialize with my parrot.
Take a long walk with my parrot on my shoulder.
Play chess with the computer at www.lichess.org, but pick a low difficulty playing level so I win. :mrgreen:
Escape into something streaming, like old classic films or documentaries.
Surf around the Internet, just following my nose.
Yank some chains here on PS. :Up_to_something:

I also like to just sit and think. Sometimes I'll put my thoughts into writing.
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@kenny My son had a cockatoo named Einstein. He was so cute. He never said a word..We thought he couldn’t talk. When my son went on vacation he would board him at a place that boards other large birds. Einstein was in heaven because my son worked long hours so he didn’t get much company. When I would go to visit my son my son always greeted me with “Hi Mom!”. Once when my son went on a trip..he boarded Einstein as usual. He thought of it as Einstein’s vacation too because he got to visit with his friends. Once I decided to visit Einstein at the boarding place. When I walked in he got so excited..He said as clear as day, “Hi Mom!”. It was the only words he ever said. My son decided to let him live with a friend who had other birds. He had horrible guilt about Einstein being alone all day. He was starting to get stressed out and losing feathers..My son cried over the decision. In time everyone adjusted..Einstein started growing new feathers and enjoyed his new home. We still miss him but we know he’s happier with his friend.
 
Epic Rap Battles of History on YouTube. (NSFW)
 
elizat said:
Probably exercise. Take a brisk walk that's at least a few miles. Or do a jog.

We have a new rowing machine. I find that it is very good at making you work hard and things seem a bit more accomplished after a session.
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I love our rowing machine! Otherwise I love to go for an easy jog or nice walk somewhere with interesting things to look at. I also stop and tell everyone walking dogs how cute they are and pet them if the owners say it’s OK!

I’m not much of a crafter, but I can imagine something like knitting would be calming. I do have a journal and I use it mostly for venting. It’s a good way to get it out without unloading on another person. I like to read but it has to be the right kind of reading.

I love to sing very, very loud and have a dance party with my kiddos :) definitely cheers me up!
 
Become a foster for your local animal shelter. Usually this involves a one-hour orientation class with the basics of care, and then the shelter will match you with the animals that are suitable for the level of care you are free to provide.

They provide the food, formula, sometimes bedding, toys, and usually whatever medication, etc. You can turn your sadness into love for animals, and then once the short-term need has passed, they are adopted and you have the good feeling of having helped alleviate suffering - for the animals, and for yourself too.

My years in animal fostering were some of the most rewarding of my life. Highly recommended!
 
I go in my prayer room, light incense and meditate. Oh and like a PP mentioned about playing in their jewelry boxes...in my case, it's playing with my (many) shoes. :lol:
 
Having a good cry can be cathartic. Journaling about whatever's making me sad, or talking to a loved one, can be very helpful. For the free-floating, I'm-so-sick-of-this-pandemic sadness and stress, I recommend alternate nostril breathing. (There are Youtube videos on this.) Singing is enjoyable and also stimulates the vagus nerve, which is uplifting.
 
Good chocolate

Brisk walks along the beach

Old movies

Knitting
 
stracci2000 said:
I love Twizzlers. I could eat the whole big bag in a couple of days!
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Me too! I limit myself to three after lunch and three after dinner!! It keeps me happy! :lol-2:
 
MamaBee said:
Me too! I limit myself to three after lunch and three after dinner!! It keeps me happy! :lol-2:
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There is something about the texture. They are soft but yet toothy. And not too sweet, hence the problem!
 
xsouzie said:
I go in my prayer room, light incense and meditate. Oh and like a PP mentioned about playing in their jewelry boxes...in my case, it's playing with my (many) shoes. :lol:
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I love this whole thread, thank you everyone. Xsouzie tell me how to play with my shoes! Trying on? Organizing? Which brands? Any flats I need to buy?
 
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