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Unexplained blues are the worst! We end up feel sad and forlorn for some inexplicable cause and there is no way to address it. Maybe it's our hormones or it could be the time of the year, but every time we end up feeling rotten inside, we wished there was something we could do to make it alright. No matter what the reason, here are five ways in which you can banish the blues and feel better about yourself.
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Deep breathing: There's nothing a little burst of oxygen can't beat! Deep breathing is a great mood regulatory and can ameliorate a particularly nagging bout of anxiety.
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Go through old pictures: This one could be a little tricky and can cause the exact opposite of the intended reaction. But going through old pictures of friends and family can remind you of all the people who love you and put a smile back on your face. Seeing familiar faces and the happy times you spend together reminds you that there is something worth living for after all.
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Sniff a fragrance you love: Like songs, scents and smells are tiny time capsules. A single whiff can transport you to a happy time. Some essential oils can also work as mood boosters. So try fragrances with notes of lavender, bergamot and ylang ylang to make you feel happy inside.
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Listen to a song from your happy past: Songs have magical powers to transport you in time. It could bring back memories of a happy past, reminding you of an afternoon you spend with your friends over cups of tea or an evening you spent with your grandparents.
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Eat something you love while watching something you love: There's nothing like kicking back with a hot bowl of your favourite something while watching what you love on TV. The combined comfort of your favourite things will do their bit to make you feel happy again.
