As summer is about to end, a lot of people are worried about autumn depression. Here are some useful tips how to prevent bad mood in autumn.
- Continue the activities that you used to do during summer: work out, go for a walk, and so on.
- Try to get fresh air during the day, even if the sun does not show.
- Make sure that your house has enough of light.
- Increase the amount of citrus fruits you eat. Scientists have found that citrus aroma uplifts the mood. Add a slice of lemon to your tea, or you can just buy citrus essential oils and practice some aromatherapy.
- Laugh more. Think about what makes your mood better. Maybe watching comedies? Cute pictures of your children? Jokes? Meeting your friends? Laughter is the best way to reduce stress-causing hormones and strengthen the immune system.
- Turn of your phone and forget about your computer at least from time to time. Technologies are getting into all areas of our lives. E-mails, phone calls, etc. raise the adrenaline levels and cause stress. When you get home after work, try to stop using your computer and simply read a book or find some other relaxing activities.
- Eat more spicy food. It causes chemical reactions, which invokes the state of euphoria. Therefore,
- Listen to your favorite music. Music helps activate blood circulation in your body. It will not only keep you calm, but also have benefits for your heart.
- Work out. Researches show that exercising in the morning can raise your mood for as much as 12 hours.