Feeling a bit blue? Here's what you can do | Hindustan Times

Feeling a bit blue? Here's what you can do

Published on Feb 20, 2024 06:15 PM IST

From spending time outdoors to focusing on making ourselves feel better, here are a few things to do when we feel blue.

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It is natural for us to feel sad and low at some points in life. But it is equally important to address the emotions and stop them from taking a bigger shape. "Remember to be patient with yourself and take steps that resonate with you to enhance your mental well-being," wrote Therapist Carolyn Rubenstein. Here are a few things that we can do when we feel the blues.(Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Feb 20, 2024 06:15 PM IST

It is natural for us to feel sad and low at some points in life. But it is equally important to address the emotions and stop them from taking a bigger shape. "Remember to be patient with yourself and take steps that resonate with you to enhance your mental well-being," wrote Therapist Carolyn Rubenstein. Here are a few things that we can do when we feel the blues.(Unsplash)

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We should not criticise ourselves for feeling a certain way – instead we should acknowledge the emotions and try to address them. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Feb 20, 2024 06:15 PM IST

We should not criticise ourselves for feeling a certain way – instead we should acknowledge the emotions and try to address them. (Unsplash)

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We should focus on making ourselves feel good. We can focus on things that bring us a sense of comfort and warmth. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Feb 20, 2024 06:15 PM IST

We should focus on making ourselves feel good. We can focus on things that bring us a sense of comfort and warmth. (Unsplash)

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Instead of holding the emotions inside, we should let them come out – we can pen them down in a notebook or talk to someone we trust. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Feb 20, 2024 06:15 PM IST

Instead of holding the emotions inside, we should let them come out – we can pen them down in a notebook or talk to someone we trust. (Unsplash)

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We should invite new experiences and sensations. We should spend more time with nature and try to have newer perspectives. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Feb 20, 2024 06:15 PM IST

We should invite new experiences and sensations. We should spend more time with nature and try to have newer perspectives. (Unsplash)

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