Surprising Things That Can Impact Your Mood

Your mood reflects your state of mind and often you may find you are irritated or upset by little things while other times you feel positive and full of happiness. It’s useful to know which things can affect your mood so you can stay more positive.

People

We’ve all met negative people who are never happy or satisfied. Even if you feel positive, it’s all too easy to pick up on this negativity, so if possible, try to limit your time with these people.

Social Media

It’s easy to feel inadequate when viewing other people’s perfect lives on Instagram or other social media platforms. Try to limit your use of social media and remember these posts very rarely reflect real life.

Clutter

Living in a disorganised and untidy space can affect your mood. Setting aside some time to clear out unwanted clutter can lighten your mood and make you feel more productive.

Lack of Sleep

Often our sleep quality is influenced by the amount of time we spend in front of screens, on our phones or on our social lives. A lack of sleep can make you feel restless and irritated whereas a good night sleep helps you feel refreshed and recharged, and ready to take on the world.