Being Beatific

Being sad is not fun. There are countless things that can make you sad- weather, grades, homework. But most of all, I think that people are the main cause of sadness. Siblings, friends, parents, and even random kids at school all have the ability to make you sad.  Not just other people, but yourself as well. Things like jealousy, low self confidence, letting people down, and more.

My go-to when I'm sad is usually going on a run or hitting the slopes. Releasing athletic endorphins can help a lot with gaining a new perspective, and helps release all of your sad or stressed energy. Here are some other things that tend to lift my spirits. ☟

1. Eating

Food is one of the best things on Earth, and can change your mood dramatically: bad tasting food can make you sad, and amazing food can make you happy. So amazing food it is. Chocolate, ice cream, and other sweets are life. Don't get too carried away, though. "The best form of revenge is a great body" -Kim Kardashian. Some of you will hate me for quoting her, but you have to admit that she's right. Plus, I've never even watched that show, so don't make assumptions.

2. Music

Music is well known to convey countless moods, emotions, and more. Turn on a happy, upbeat song to lift your mood. Happy by Pharrell Williams is a great choice, until you hear it so much on the radio that you "can't even." However, if you just need time to get all of the misery out of your system, blast some slow sad songs and pretend you're in a music video. 

3. Read/Watch TV

These don't necessarily make you happy, but they can distract you like crazy (not always a good thing). Reality TV, romantic comedies, action movies, dystopian novel, choose your pick!

4. Animals

When people are being bipolar and dramatic, turn to animals. Dogs, cats, fish, and other pets are always there for you. They'll listen to your rants and breakdowns, and will never judge. A lot of animals are also outstanding "cuddlers." Dogs and cats, mostly. Unless you want to snuggle up to the cold, hard surface of a fishbowl.

5. Last but not least, watching funny videos. The ones below relate to my blog because they're about sports (football concussion and soccer "injury"). Jenna Marbles, MadTV, Miranda Sings, and more are also funny youtube comedians/groups. My uncle likes Screen Junkies' Honest Trailers also. 

    (Watch more Key & Peele here)