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1. Mindful Monday: What to Do When You
Want to Punch Pollyanna in the Face
Posted on August 19, 2013
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Monday has arrived again!
Amazing how quickly it comes around
isn’t it?
We’re all about Positive Psychology here
at IS, but let’s get real for a minute…
There may be a few of you out there
floating through the sky on unicorns that
need to stop whatever you’re smoking,
but for the rest of us, we have days
where things just don’t go as planned.
The kind of day that bites more than a
snapping turtle without a minnow! (Don’t
ask me where that analogy came from,
because I have no idea, odd I know)
Those are the kind of days where the bubbly people around you who bounce out of bed at dawn
(what is up with that!) and glide through life like fairy dust, just plain get on your nerves.
Now, if you have read any of my stuff you know I’m a believer in “Change Your Thoughts Change
Your Life”! Positive thinking will not shelter you from all harm, but your attitude and reaction to what
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2. happens is a big deal!
However, some days (Monday specifically) you need some extra support to keep from, well, punching
the Pollyannas in your life in the face. And, since we don’t encourage violence here at Immensely
Social, below are some alternatives…
Monday Alternatives to Violence
Talk a Walk
This is when of my personal favs! Not only is walking good for your waistline, taking it outdoors gives
your brain and emotions a boost, as well. Walking briskly, releases tension and helps you calm the
heck down! Even a short walk around the block can have tremendous benefits. Got kids or a pup?
Take them with you for extra happiness!
Deep Breathing
You may be thinking, “Oh My Word, now she is going to tell me to stop and meditate, the last thing I
want to do right now!” You don’t have to be a yogi or sit on the floor to get the benefits of deep
breathing. Just take a few minutes at your desk or wherever you are. Inhale deeply through the nose
and release slowly through your mouth. Make sure it comes from deep in your belly and not your
chest. Focus on the circular motion for just a few breaths and see how you feel. Better right?!
Listen to a song or two, or three…
I have a private playlist, yes just for me, on my YouTube channel called Mood Boost. It’s my go to
when I need some “pick me up” music in my life. Whatever your favorite music channel is, make use
of it on days when you need a boost.
Also, try sites like Musicovery or Stereomood, turning your mood into music. I checked out
Stereomood for you this morning. I put in “I feel Fluffy” and sure enough, they had a solution providing
me with “Little Fluffy Clouds by The Orb”, who knew! They even had a playlist for feeling “wonky”, I
checked. And, yes I’m weird like that.
Dance, Skip, Jump, Do Something Childlike
This has similar benefits to walking, but ups the intensity. Just plain move! Act like a kid and throw
caution to the wind. Just make sure what you decide to do for this one is legal and low on the “crazy
factor”, K! Running naked through your neighbor’s sprinkler system, for instance, may not be the best
idea.
Eat Your Way to A Better Mood
I’m not talking 5 pints of Ben & Jerry’s here! Ice Cream comas are not going to help in the long run.

3. There are, however, foods that can help you feel better rather quickly. Here are just a few to get you
started….
Brazil nuts- These little guys are not my favorite, but as one of the best sources of selenium,
they can be great for your mood. Just 3 at a time, a couple of times a week, makes a
difference.
Sardines- Omega 3 is the key here, so if you are not a fish eater, just find another excellent
source of this wonderful fat. In the typical modern diet, we tend to get way too much omega 6
and 9. We need to up the omega 3s to balance out. Omega 3 keeps brain cells more flexible,
helping neurotransmitters work more effectively. Depression be gone!
Bananas- Here, we are embracing vitamins and the oh so essential amino acid, tryptophan.
The B6 in bananas help to convert the tryptophan into serotonin. This tones down anxiety and
insomnia if you’re having sleep problems. This can be an immense help as we all know lack of
sleep increase irritability by the boatload!
Lentils- These have been on my list lately as they are filling and packed with nutrients. Plus they
taste delicious with quinoa! Lentils are high in folate and tend to stabilize blood sugar levels.
Fermented Foods- A happy digestive system, often leads to a happy body. Fermented food
and drink, such as kombucha, yogurt, and kefir improve immune system function and help your
body absorb nutrients from other food.
Benefits of fermented foods with Dr. David Williams here: Digestive Health Fermented
Recipes with Sharon Glasgow: Recipes for Your Health
Laugh
You may not feel like laughing when you are in the midst of a Monday Morning breakdown, but it’s a
great way to snap out of it. Starting your day by recalling a funny memory or watching a comedy clip
can set you up for a better mood all day long!
Try an App
There are now many mood boosting apps out there now, so visit iTunes and check out a few. You
can download them to your phone or ipod and get your happy on throughout the day. You could also
check out one of my favorite products Mind Movies. With Mind Movies, you can create your own
moving vision board in a few simple steps to watch throughout the day on your computer or portable
device. You can also do this for free with video creation software, like iMovie.
As a bonus, check out the Inspiration Show
This morning, I woke up to a cloudy day, feeling a bit queasy, and my internet has already been in
and out, slowing down my progress. Still, with a glass of Kombucha already in my belly, I’m
determined to have a fabulous Mindful Monday! I hope you will do the same!

4. Rise and Shine My Friend!
If you found any of these tips helpful, let me know in the comments below and share with me your
favorite mood boosting activities!
Don’t forget to “Like & Share” this page with all your peeps!
Get your happy on and we’ll talk soon
XOXO,
Hil <3
<——Even Yu-mi is afraid of Monday
Disclaimer: Even though I do have
training and education in these areas, I
am not a doctor, nutritionist, or psychologist. Take responsibility for your own health and wellness.
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