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Getting out of a funk

Emly, on August 23, 2019 at 11:36 AM Posted in Family and Relationships 1 8

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How do you get out of a funk when your SO ticks you off or your just having a bad day??

FH made a decision last night that really ticked me off.. It was something so small but still incredibly selfish of him. Because of this it caused me to have to wake up 2 hours earlier than I normally would and ruined all of our plans for tonight (we have a rehearsal dinner for a family wedding tonight). Now I'm sitting at work and I'm just grumpy LOL everything is annoying me and I'm just not having any of it. FH apologized profusely and I explained why it made me upset and everything is all good but I'm still just cranky. I don't want to be that crabby nancy at the rehearsal dinner tonight so can someone help me snap out of this funk

What are some things you guys do to release your anger so you don't end up taking it out on your significant other?? Because lets be honest, they don't deserve the backlash of your bad days even if they do make dumb decisions

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Jill · on August 23, 2019 at 11:47 AM
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This happened more with FH and I after we bought our house and moved in together. There are some things that I'm just like seriously??? about. I usually just take an hour or so not talking to him (so I don't say something mean) and then we talk about whatever happened when we've both calmed down a bit. Outside of this when I'm still in a funk, I try and listen to music or watch a show I enjoy or play with my pup. Just something that I know will make me laugh. I also go through and look at our pictures together to make me thing of happier memories instead of focusing on what is making me upset in the moment. It's different for everyone, but that's just what I personally do.
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Yam · on August 23, 2019 at 11:47 AM
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I have anxiety so stress is pretty much my default but when I reach my limit I chill out by myself and drink hot chocolate. I just sip at it and look out the window, watching birds or listening to soothing music. I take a good 15-30 minutes and just shut off my brain, then do some light neck and shoulder stretches to relieve tension. I feel like when I do these things I can revisit the issue with an open mind and feel a lot better about it.
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Emly · on August 23, 2019 at 12:40 PM
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Love that! Sounds so relaxing and peaceful.
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Emly · on August 23, 2019 at 12:41 PM
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Those sound like great ways to destress! I might have to blast my radio on my way home from work tonight
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Cristina · on August 23, 2019 at 3:53 PM
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I would try and get some fresh air. Go for a little walk to clear your mind and then get snacks! lol Anything sweet makes me happy
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Nicole · on August 23, 2019 at 4:10 PM
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When FH and I were going through a rough patch a few years back, looking at photos of us (not just selfies but something with a real memory attached) would help me. I'd force to think about the fun memory and fun time we had together. Now I just take some time to myself to read and reset my mindset.
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Gabrielle · on August 23, 2019 at 5:50 PM
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When I’m irritated or grumpy or tired or bothered or down or whatever, I try to pray. I ask God to help me understand why I’m upset (if I feel like I shouldn’t be upset), and I ask Him to give me wisdom and discipline. I also take a few moments to myself and take deep breaths. And sometimes I also revisit old memories so that my mindset is not focused solely on the negative.
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Bethany · on August 23, 2019 at 9:05 PM
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When I’m upset either withFH or in general, I like to get outside. It’s nice to journal in my yard so I can write out my frustrations, then they feel less convoluted and overwhelming once they’re on paper. I often see hummingbirds too, which cheer me up. Walking my dog sometimes helps, since she is such a loyal friend. Or going for a walk or a run or taking a bath, listening to empowering music, a nice podcast, or meditating.
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