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one hundred and more things to do when you are down in the dumps
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There are times in life when things look bleak and no rays of hope can be seen anywhere. Other times you just feel low, maybe because of unpleasant events that have happened to you. Such are the times when you need something to cheer you up. What you do to lift your spirits could be as simple as the following activities. You could try some, which you’ve never tried before and see how it all works out.

1. Listen to your favourite music.

2. Relax...take deep breaths.

3. Meditate/do yoga.

4. Go on vacation/go away for the weekend.

5. Take a long hot bath.

6. Wear clean clothes.

7. Take a long walk.

8. Bask in the warmth of the sun.

9. Take a cold refreshing shower.

10. Go to the beach.

11. Have a frank and open conversation with a friend.

12. Have coffee/tea/soft drinks... with friends.

13. Smile at somebody.

14. Read a good joke book and laugh out loud.

15. Plan for a trip.

16. Read a story/novel/poetry/plays/newspapers/magazines.

17. Learn something new (a skill/hobby/language...)

18. Pick a task and do it really well.

19. Express your love to somebody.

20. Kiss.

21. Compliment someone.

22. Talk about your favourite sport.

23. Attend a concert.

24. Play your favourite sport.

25. Go shopping.

26. Do some art (paint/draw/sculpt/make a movie..)

27. Go rock climbing/mountaineering/hiking.

28. Read the Bible.

29. Rearrange or redecorate your room/apartment.

30. Attend a sports event.

31. Write songs.

32. Go boating.

33. Watch your favourite TV show/comedies/movies.

34. Play cards/board games (chess/monopoly/scrabble...)

35. Solve puzzles.

36. Have lunch with friends.

37. Take a long drive.

38. Write a story/poem/play/article/blog/novel..

39. Sing.

40. Attend a party.

41. Play a musical instrument.

42. Attend a church function.

43. Go ice-skating/rollerblading.

44. Wear your favourite clothes.

45. Watch a play.

46. Explore new territories.

47. Play pool.

48. Go bowling.

49. Watch wild animals.

50. Wear new clothes.

51. Dance.

52. Ride a motorcycle.

53. Tend to a garden.

54. Go to a fair/circus/carnival/zoo/amusement park...

55. Go on a date.

56. Talk about something that interests you.

57. Visit your friends.

58. Give someone a gift.

59. Take part in a fundraising walk/charity event.

60. Invite your friends over.

61. Get a massage/back rub.

62. Take photos/pose for photos.

63. Collect stamps/rocks/coins...

64. Eat your favourite meal.

65. Go fishing.

66. Go wrestling/boxing.

67. Go to a health club/sauna.

68. Go horseback riding.

69. Go to the movies.

70. Prepare a good meal.

71. Wash your hair.

72. Participate in a social/political/environmental protest for a cause you care about.

73. Go to a restaurant for a meal.

74. Wear your favourite cologne/perfume.

75. Keep a journal.

76. Give someone a massage/back rub.

77. Go swimming.

78. Run/jog around the block.

79. Make love.

80. Go to the barber’s/beautician’s and get a beauty treatment (manicure/pedicure/facial...)

81. Spend time with someone you love.

82. Go cycling.

83. Write letters/cards/notes to someone.

84. Water sports..surf/diving/snorkelling...

85. Travel.

86. Play video games.

87. Go for a medical check-up/have your teeth fixed.

88. Work on a project.

89. Make gift items.

90. Spend time with your pet/walk your dog.

91. Practice your hobby.

92. Attend auctions/garage sales.

93. Dream about the future.

94. Count your blessings...be grateful for all the good things in your life.

95. Recall hilarious/beautiful moments from the past.

96. List your achievements. think about your strengths, skills, talents and capabilities.

97. Go clubbing.

98. Declutter your space.

99. Call a friend on phone.

100. Meet someone new.

101. Go to the gym/do aerobics.

102. Play.

103. Think about something good you expect to happen in future.


104. Celebrate your life.

These are just a few suggestions on activities that may have an uplifting effect on you when you are feeling low. Some may work for you while others may not be your thing. Feel free to add your own suggestions of activities that uplift your mood when you are going through a rough patch in life.

Remember that bad times are temporary and life goes on no matter what is going on around you. Mourn for a sufficient while if you must then pick yourself up and get back on track. Don’t let a temporary bad moment keep you down. Rise above it and enjoy your life no matter the circumstances








June 18, 2008 | 6:58 AM Comments  4 comments

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Seanamo Sean Amos
June 19, 2008 | 9:17 AM

This might be a few suggestions but quite interesting....hope you used some of them.
muchia dave
June 22, 2008 | 9:55 AM

Think I Can try some, Im just wondering how wrong you took to compile that! Its a nice article
Nekesa Terri
July 9, 2008 | 5:23 AM
Others....
screeeeeeeeeeeam while at the top of the building or some place you wont look mad doing that! It helps at times

Get a nice long,warm hug.....

Hold hands with someone you love...
Nermeen89 nermeen
September 4, 2008 | 8:55 AM

thanks it's very nice article but i heard that Taking a long hot bath may cause loss of body minerals
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