10 Ways To Stay Positive During Tough Times

Do Fun Things

In tough times, you have to keep yourself constantly motivated. Whether it’s chatting to your friends or having delicious home cooked meals with your family, find ways to bring spirits up. This will drive you to overcome these natural life hurdles

 Remove Negative Thoughts

One has to re-evaluate things in times when everything looks down, and find the best way out. By removing negativity, a person will become focused on his/her goal.

Get Inspiration

Read autobiographies/blogs/articles about people overcoming challenging obstacles in life. This will inspire and spur you on.

Do Physical Activity

Take a daily jog/walk and play outdoor sports. This is the best way to distract yourself and make you refreshed.

Have A Proper Routine

It’s very important to have a proper sleep, hygiene and a balanced diet. Make a daily schedule and strictly stick to it. In the long run, this will benefite you hugely

Limit Time On Social Media


Too much time on social media will always bring anxiety and depression along with the occasional funny memes. Would you want that?

Keep In Touch With Family

It’s important to keep taking to your loved ones during tough times. They will give support and encouragement. So never shy away from seeking advice from them.

Help Other People

Help bring happiness into other’s lives. It will surprise you how much joy and positivity this will give you in return.

Meditate Daily

Meditation will give one true peace and happiness if he/she does it religiously. During difficult times, it helps clear your mind to make the right decisions at the right time

Fight To Overcome Them

Accept the challenge and never give up. Keep giving it your all to overcome challenging obstacles and you will reap the rewards in the future.


This article has been written by Aditya Tiwary, volunteer at Squad for Change.