The power of friends and classmates cannot be overemphasised if you’re not having a good day. Expressing your frustrations or sadness out loud to peers can be one of the most effective ways of lifting your mood. Chances are, they’ll know exactly what you’re talking about.
Organise an impromptu dinner with a couple of friends or housemates to take your mind off feeling down and as soon as you sit down to eat, you’ll already be feeling the difference. The great thing about eating with friends, new or old, is that there will always be something to talk about – the food! So even if you don’t want to discuss what’s bothering you, you can use the time to talk and laugh (or cry) about anything and everything. Listening to what your peers are experiencing might put things into perspective.
Plus, the food you eat can make a difference too. When you open the menu, choose foods like salmon, spinach and avocado, which contain nutrients to help boost your mood. Top it all off with a dark chocolate cake – as well as being seriously moreish, dark chocolate reduces anxiety and stress levels.
By dessert, you’ll feel like a new person.