The most common urban legend about renewed behavior is that we need to 'get' it; from where, no one knows. Many people think that they can pick up attitudes that they like without a thought, and just as easily toss out those that they do not like. Unfortunately, no one can automatically became a kind or strong person; it takes a deliberate effort, and over time I have learned that even the most far-gone people can develop positive attitudes by recycling these three simple principles;
The fitness tonic. Not many people are too keen on the inevitable aches and sweat brought about by regular exercise. However, although it means pain and serious discomfort, regular exercise is by far the best way to lift the mood because according to recent research, it stimulates the brain. So make sure you are part of a healthy exercise regimen and your body will literally 'steam off' in your favor, allowing you to enjoy a genuinely lighter mood when in company of people.
Keep a journal. The little journal of secrets is not just for teenage girls. Everyone needs a journal, if not to indulge your writing hobby, to check your life. If you regularly note down stressful situations in your life and occasionally go over the ways you handled them, you shall be able to find a pattern of poor management. It will most probably include destructive habits like; avoidance, alcohol, smoking, over sleeping, over eating and getting lost in TV or computer among others. Armed with this awareness, you can find ways to combat this behavior.
Deal with emotional baggage. It has been said that no one escapes childhood unscathed and while some people's scars have urged them to make the most of life, others have grown into massive chips on their shoulders. Such people often end up entangling other people in their webs of confusion, negativity and deceit because they feel helpless against their 'nature.' Regularly talking with a professional about your past will help to relieve you of pent-up stress and enable you to relate freely with people.
In all, there are many healthy ways to manage and cope with emotional distress but for them to yield good results, you need to change your behavior. The key is to always accept responsibility for the role you play in creating or maintaining your emotional stress, otherwise your stress level will always stay outside your control.
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