5 WAYSTOSURVIVEA BAD DAY

Lousy days happen. Don't let it get you down.

Here's 5 ways to rebound from a really bad day.

1. Identify the Real Problem

Avoid making blanket statements like, “I feel sostupid” or “Nothing is going according to plan.”

Identify and label the emotions behind thosethoughts. Are you angry with a client? Disappointedwith yourself?

This can help you process the situation from a morerational, calm perspective.

2. Cancel the Pity Party

Avoid rash action.

Allow yourself a set amount of time to wallow, beangry, or be sad, and then move on.

Give yourself the morning to work through whateveris annoying you, but commit to coming back strongafter lunch.

@MelodyWilding

3. Find Comfort Through Connection

Resist the urge to isolate.

Reaching out to a friend can have a comfortingeffect and help you feel accepted.

It's a great opportunity to ask for advice or a secondopinion if you’re facing a thorny situation at work.

@MelodyWilding

4. Pay It Forward

Doing something to help others is a win-win

Need ideas? Offer to mentor an a new intern at theoffice, help an elderly person in your building carryheavy bags, or donate to charity

Research shows generosity is a critical element ofsuccess

@MelodyWilding

5. Take Care of Yourself, But Don’t Over-Indulge

Treating yourself sounds nice, but it’s a bad time toindulge.

When your judgement is compromised, you could endup overdoing it

Instead of looking for a surface-level cure when youfeel awful, ask what you can learn from your feelingsand implement a plan for change.

@MelodyWilding

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