Receiving a rude email, spilling coffee on your new dress, dealing with a flat tire. We've all had our fair share of hair-pulling, eye-twitching bad days. The kind that makes you want to crawl into bed at 3 p.m. rather than face the rest of the afternoon.
But don't hide under the covers just yet. There are plenty of simple ways to get happy, so those stressful moods don't have to ruin the rest of your afternoon. We asked real women how they break out of the blues and turn a suck-y day around. Keep reading to see their surprising answers and steal some fun ideas for the next time you are feeling majorly stressed out.
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Turn on some tunes
"I turn up my stereo and sing along to an '80s rock song (like Joan Jett's Bad Reputation)." -- Edna Ramos
According to a study by Penn State University, music will drastically improve your mood -- no matter what tunes you play.
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Hit the gym
"I go to the gym and punch the heck out of the punching bag." -- Brenda Cowie
Whether you're boxing or hitting the treadmill, exercise is a proven stress-reliever. Why? While you work out your body releases endorphins, which make you feel happier.
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Apply long-lasting makeup
"I use a long-lasting lipstick so I don't have to re-apply during the day ," -- Heather Jean
Finding a lipstick formula that last until 6 p.m. means you don't waste time reapplying or spend all day worrying about whether you need a touchup. You can try other long-lasting products as well, like foundation, hairspray, and deodorant (one to try: Secret Outlast Smooth Solid, $4.99).
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Keep a snack drawer
"My top drawer is filled with almonds, dry fruit, and granola bars. So if I can't grab lunch on time at least I'm not completely starving." -- Catie Royal
Stocking up on healthy nibbles can prevent you from dealing with those distracting stomach growls or painful headaches. Plus, they will keep your energy up way longer than a soda or a bag of chips.
Receiving a rude email, spilling coffee on your new dress, dealing with a flat tire. We've all had our fair share of hair-pulling, eye-twitching bad days. The kind that makes you want to crawl into bed at 3 p.m. rather than face the rest of the afternoon.
But don't hide under the covers just yet. There are plenty of simple ways to get happy, so those stressful moods don't have to ruin the rest of your afternoon. We asked real women how they break out of the blues and turn a suck-y day around. Keep reading to see their surprising answers and steal some fun ideas for the next time you are feeling majorly stressed out.
