In today’s fast-paced society, there is an excess of information that contributes to enduring over-stimulation. There are lots of stressors such as demanding jobs and the fight to stabilize work with the strains of home and family life. All of these stressors combined with other elements like sedentary lifestyle, toxins from the environment and poor diet lead to hard times.

Everybody has experienced rough times. Yes, there are times when we feel depressed and stuck. It is in these times that we feel so useless, unproductive and paralyzed; which is so frustrating.

Below are 10 ways to get yourself out of a funk.

1. Examine your biological balance.

How is your sleep? Are you getting enough hours of sleep?
Are you eating properly and making sure you’re controlling your sugar levels?
Are you vitamin D deficient?
Is your liver stressed from having too much alcohol and eating processed foods?
Are you on a diet or not getting enough calories?

Your bodies are working hard on keeping the chemical balance; however, you must also do your in maintaining the balance. Any chemical imbalances upset your mood. Hence, having enough sleep, proper hydration, eating the right foods and self-care are vital in assisting you recover from your emotional imbalance. If you are having problems with sleep, it is very imperative that you address it. Be attentive of the ways that works for you and what foods are making you worse too, and use that information by doing your best to nurture yourself.