Mood, Music, and Media
When people are sad, sometimes they play sad music to reflect their mood. Sometimes they play upbeat music, to try and lighten their mood. Generally I fall into the latter category — I watch a comedy, or listen to some happy music. But I find that when I’m in a particularly sour/depressed/bad mood, it doesn’t really work. In those times, I try to do something to take my mind off whatever it is that’s got me stressed or upset.
What are your experiences? How do you generally deal with “bad” moods?
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