Our experiences, actions, people around us, what we read, hear or say and moods are interdependent. That’s why, in everyday life, we go through mood swings depending on various factors.
The lyrics of a song, something we overhear, a painting we walk by, a joke from a friend can radically change or impact our moods. When we are in a good mood, we have positive interactions, we become more creative and effective. However, people who are in a bad mood or demoralized are less likely to perform well at work or make a good impression. Too much of mood swings in a day is considered to have negative effects on everyday life, as well. Being aware of the factors that impact our moods and mood swings or what triggers them is vital for a balanced and positive lifestyle. Some of the major factors and descriptions are here:
Factors influencing moods and their descriptions:
Diet: Some food and flavors like hot and spicy ones lead to negative, aggressive moods.
Sleep: Sleep problems, disorders are known to make your mood states unstable. Getting a good night’s sleep is vital in many respects.
Lifestyle: A well-known and healthy lifestyle leads to happy and healthy mood states. If you have an unhealthy lifestyle, it will make you agitated, irritated and restless.
Social impacts: People or the crowd around you influence your mood. If the people around you are in a good mood, you will feel the same or vice versa.
It is obvious that eating healthy, sleeping well, exercising and socializing with good people are all vital and necessary in maintaining a good lifestyle. However, if you are often experiencing negative moods or mood swings, remember that one or some of the above factors may be the reason/s underlying. You’d better seek professional help.