Michelle Mekosch

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5 Tips to Get Out of a Funk

One year ago, today, my friend Jessica and I were trying to get out of a funk. We decided that today, August 22nd, would be our annual “Look Back Day.” The original idea behind this day was to celebrate how much we have achieved and how much closer we were to that life we dreamed of living. Sounds fun, right? A great day to see how much we were able to accomplish in the year and get out of a funk (if we were in one).

A couple weeks ago, I spotted our “Look Back Day” on my calendar. Instead of feeling excited, I immediately felt a sense of dread. I wasn’t AT ALL where I wanted to be, and I didn’t feel one tiny inch closer to living that “dream life” than I was last year. In fact, I felt further away.

Don’t get me wrong… I’m aware that plenty of people look at my life and would switch places with me in a heartbeat.

But when it comes down to it, I still have moments where I feel like a failure, especially in my personal life. Don’t we all? I’m now far enough into my 30s that I can’t even claim “early 30s,” I’m more single than I’ve ever been in my entire life, I don’t own a home, and that hot husband with 2.5 kids and a white picket fence… those still exist only in my dreams.  I’m not the type of person who likes to dwell on the negative or allow myself to sit in my sadness for long. I had to do something!

Here are 5 tips on how I pulled myself out of the self-pity funk and found my joy:

1. Find a friend who will “check” you.

Do not, I repeat, DO NOT call the friend who will commiserate with you. Call that chick who will put you in check, boost your bruised ego and remind you why you’re awesome. *Shout out to Jessica for being that friend.

2. Gratitude.

After telling another friend about how I was feeling, we decided that we would text one another three things that we were grateful for each day. Whether it’s texting a friend, writing it in a journal or making a list of gratitudes on your phone… just do it!

3. Get moving!

Exercise had been proven to increase serotonin levels. Serotonin is known as the “happy hormone” for a reason! Even if it’s just a walk down the street, every single step counts.

4. Look for inspiration.

Read a book or find a podcast that inspires you. If you’re looking for a good one, I just finished “Girl, Wash Your Face” by Rachel Hollis. She will rock your world.

5. Make a plan to get out of a funk.

Focus on the future and create a plan that excites you! It can be simple; it can be small. But make a plan and give yourself something to look forward to. For me, it was the launch of this website. I specifically chose today, our “Look Back Day,” as the launch date for this exact
reason.

Reality check. Unless you win the lottery, your life probably isn’t going to change drastically overnight. It can be hard to push thru those tough days, but if you focus on the positives and the little wins each day, you’re half way there.

XO Michelle
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