Feeling down all the time can be really frustrating, right? You could be in the happiest place on earth and still feel sad. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
It might feel like things are getting worse by the minute. You don’t have a plan, you don’t want to go out, and it feels like you’re stuck in a rut. This could mean you’re dealing with depression.
But have you ever stopped to think about what’s causing all this negativity? Is it your friends, your family, or could it be your own thoughts?
When we’re sad, it’s easy to get lost in those feelings, like there’s no way out. But if you think about it, you might realize that it’s our own thoughts that are bringing us down.
Rule number one: Let go of your past. You can’t move forward if you’re holding on to what’s behind you. The best way to make peace with yourself is to make peace with your past.
Rule number two: Don’t worry about what others think. We’re often told that we have to listen to what society says, or we’ll be outcasts. But have you ever thought about how listening to others can limit you? The best way to enjoy life is to live on your own terms.
Rule number three: Never put your happiness in someone else’s hands. They’ll drop it every time. You are responsible for your happiness—no one else. So before blaming someone else for your misery, ask yourself why you gave them control over your happiness in the first place.
Rule number four: Don’t compare yourself to others. Remember, your timeline is different from theirs. Just because your friend got a job before you doesn’t mean you’re doomed. Be patient and believe in yourself. In the end, everything will work out. If it hasn’t, then it’s not the end.
Rule number five: Believe in time. Time is both tricky and the greatest blessing you’ll ever have. No matter how much pain you’re in, time is the best healer. Don’t hate yourself for feeling sad—these emotions prove that you’re human.
Rule number six: Stop overthinking. Often, we’re upset because we imagine problems that will never happen. We get trapped in our thoughts and don’t know how to escape. But here’s the truth: you don’t need answers to everything. Sometimes, the best thing you can do is just go with the flow.
Rule number seven: Smile! We don’t have all the problems in the world, even though it might feel that way. Life is too short to worry, and we never know how long we have. That’s why we need to enjoy every minute. In the end, those are the moments we’ll remember.
