How to Get Over a Bad Situation

Last Updated: September 30, 2018

Sometimes, when something goes wrong, you don't feel like putting up with it. Your mind just tells you to jet it and get over it. After all, the past is the past, and there is no rewind button. It sounds so simple and quick, but it is actually quite difficult to just drop something. Use this as a guide to getting over a bad situation.

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Conflicts with Others

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Calm down. Blowing your top isn't going to get you anywhere. Think about what happened and take a big breath. If you want to, you can say something to get your anger out. Keep in mind that what you say will affect what others will think how you're reacting to the situation. Take a brief look at the three most common.
- "Whatever." This really shows that you don't care what going to happen next. It also implies the hint that you're not interested in what's happening.
- "Okay! Fine!“ This tells the others that you sick of it and gives the impression you are giving in. Most people will also see that as a bad temper, so think carefully about saying that.
- "I really don't care, okay?" This is a hybrid of the former two, giving the impression of not caring what happens and that you don't want to waste precious time over this.
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Walk away. If you don't want to make a commotion, don't! Leave them staring at you. It will save you a whole lot of drama and anger. For peaceful people, this is probably the best solution.

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Talk to someone and have a deep, meaningful conversation. It will make you feel a lot better. If there is no one to talk to, talk to a stuffed animal or yourself.
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Do some thing you enjoy to distract your brain. Exercising, eating, reading, watching TV... whatever will cheer you up.
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Listen to music. It relieves stress and can get your groove on. You can listen to any type, and any artist as long as you like it.
- However, stay away from music that reminds you of a bad situation, such as breakup or death songs.
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Do yoga. Meditating afterwards will be extremely helpful as well.
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Meditate. Meditating is known for leaving you refreshed and ready to do anything. All you need is five minutes for yourself and yourself only.

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Coping with Self Conflict

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Take a deep breath. Inhale deeply and then exhale, breathing out all of the bad things that make you unhappy. Repeat as needed.
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Let it all out. Scream or punch a pillow. Pour your feelings out onto paper. Do what is needed to relieve yourself of stress.
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Talk to a friend and have a meaningful conversation. It will lift your spirits and ensure you are not alone. If you can't, write it down in a journal or diary.
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Engage in your favorite hobbies. Taking your mind off an object helps you to feel better, After all, you don't need to waste your time moping over it.
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Rest. A good night sleep will refresh you, melting away all your unwanted stress. Try to sleep for at least 8 hours. When you wake up, you will feel great and ready to take on the world!