What is a funk? For me it means I’m in a bad mood or have a bad case of the blahs! Nothing feels particularly good or pleasurable. A funk involves feelings of frustration, emptiness and disconnection. When are you likely to get into a funk? More important is how do you get out of it?
There are many reasons why you get into a funk. It can happen after a disappointment or a big accomplishment. Experiencing a series of setbacks or coming down off the high of a huge achievement puts you at risk for a funk. A long lasting funk may lead to depression. It’s important to take action towards getting out of a funk as fast as you can.
A Potential Client may be clinically depressed or anxious, but usually they are in a mild to moderate funk. It’s been way too long since they felt good at work. Whether you are a business owner, entrepreneur, self employed professional or employee you will hit rough spots along the road. Each rough spot puts you at risk for going into a funk.
How to Fast Forward Out of A Funk…
- Catch it as fast as you can. Pay attention to signs of stress. Are you having more negative thoughts? How does your body feel? Do you have a headache, tense shoulders, back or neck pain?
- Do something fun or helps you relax and calm your mind.
- Spend time with someone who has a positive spirit and brings out the best in you.
- Distract yourself with an engaging movie, engrossing book, or something that elicits an emotional response.
- Change your environment. Take a trip to the mountains or beach. Go for a hike or walk in the woods. Get out of your house or office!
A funk happens for many reasons. You don’t have to understand all of them to get out of it. Use it as a tool for learning and improving. If a funk is like a “mini” crisis then it’s also an opportunity!
Be nicer, kinder and more loving towards yourself. It always helps at least a little bit :-).
Cheers to Personal and Professional Success!
MarGO!
Margo Geller, MS, MSW, CRC
Professional Counselor and Business, Career, Life Coach
404-218-4559
MargoGeller @Gmail.com
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