20 Unique Ways To Shift Your Mood

Here are 20 simple ways to shift your mood and relax.

1. Laughing: Laughter is a great way to reduce stress and boost mood.
2. Dancing: Moving to music can be a fun and uplifting way to relieve stress.
3. Coloring: Coloring books for adults have become increasingly popular as a way to relax and destress.
4. Spending time with animals: Being around pets or animals can have a calming effect and provide comfort.
5. Gardening: Getting your hands dirty in the garden can be a great way to relieve stress and connect with nature.
6. Playing games: Playing games with friends or family can be a fun and distracting way to relieve stress.
7. Listening to music: Listening to music that you enjoy can have a positive effect on mood and reduce stress.
8. Writing: Writing in a journal or writing creatively can be a cathartic way to process emotions.
9. Cooking or baking: Preparing and cooking food can be a creative and meditative way to relieve stress.
10. Crafting: Engaging in crafting activities, such as knitting or crocheting, can be a relaxing way to pass the time.
11. Volunteering: Helping others can be a fulfilling way to relieve stress and give back to the community.
12. Hiking: Getting outdoors and exploring nature can be a great way to reduce stress and improve mood.
13. Reading: Reading a good book can be an escape from stress and a way to relax.
14. Taking a bath: Soaking in a warm bath can be a soothing way to unwind and destress.
15. Breathing exercises: Focusing on deep breathing exercises can help reduce stress and promote relaxation.
16. Mindful eating: Paying attention to the flavors and textures of food can be a mindful way to reduce stress.
17. Visualization: Imagining a calming and peaceful scene can help reduce stress and promote relaxation.
18. Gratitude journaling: Writing down things you're grateful for can help shift focus away from stress and onto positive aspects of life.
19. Singing: Singing can be a fun and uplifting way to relieve stress and boost mood.
20. Taking a nap: Sometimes taking a quick nap can be the best way to recharge and reduce stress.

I feel meditation is one of the best ways to shift your mood, but I wanted to share other ways you could incorporate in your practice today. Hopefully, these ideas will inspire you to try new positive ways to reduce stress and improve your overall well-being. Let me know your favorite.

Reiki Blessings,
​Sarah