My mood has been unstable lately. Do I need to see a professional?

Dear Question Asker, My name is Belle, and I hope my answer is helpful.

You have recently experienced emotional instability, may have recalled past events you did not like, or have regrets about decisions you have made. You have also experienced physical reactions, such as chest tightness and panic, difficulty concentrating, and a decline in sleep quality. If these conditions have persisted for two weeks or more, you may wish to visit the psychiatry department of a local general hospital for a professional diagnosis.

Additionally, it may be helpful to reflect on whether recent changes in your personal or professional circumstances have contributed to fluctuations in your emotions, sleep patterns, interpersonal relationships, or overall state of mind. Stressful events can sometimes trigger these changes, and while some individuals are able to regulate their emotions effectively, others may require external support to manage the impact.

If feasible, we recommend consulting a professional counselor to identify the underlying causes of your recent performance issues.

Additionally, it is recommended to go to bed and wake up at regular times, maintain a regular diet, and engage in physical exercise. These practices can help maintain a positive emotional state. It is also advised to improve the quality of sleep by exercising and soaking the feet at night.

You may also find it helpful to read books on psychology. I would suggest 5% Change by Li Songwei. Sometimes a 5% change is all that is required. There is no need to force yourself to change too much too quickly. It is important to allow yourself more time and patience. Growth over the long term may be a more beneficial approach. Be more tolerant and accepting of yourself. Allow yourself to feel down. It will get better. I wish you the best of luck!

Good day, landlord. I read your description and can appreciate the emotional state you're in. We all have emotions, and they add depth to our lives.

It might be helpful to think of emotions as a kind of energy that comes and goes. If we can recognize the impact of different emotions and manage them a little, it could change our lives and improve our quality of life.

In this social environment, we work from sunrise to sunset every day. The tides rise and fall, and everything in the world changes in a repeating cycle.

It could be said that our emotions are similar in this regard. They appear to rise and fall in a manner that is comparable to the tides, undergoing changes over time and in response to our surroundings and perceptions.

While emotions may not be tangible, they are essentially a kind of energy that can have a significant impact on our body and mind. Many of us can sense their presence.

Every day, we have the opportunity to experience a variety of emotions, including joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness. When we encounter something happy, we have the choice to laugh out loud; when we encounter something sad, we have the choice to cry quietly.

Indeed, different emotions can evoke different feelings. They can also have varying impacts on those around us, which is an important aspect of the emotional experience.

One possible reason why humans dream is to use dreams to process many of the emotions that were not fully processed during the day. This also suggests that emotions play an important role in our lives.

Many of us are aware that our thoughts during the day often manifest as dreams at night.

Emotions can be thought of as a form of energy that has the potential to have a profound impact on us. They are so powerful that they can even shape our lives.

However, if we can identify the source of our emotions in advance, we may be able to gain a better understanding of the reasons for them. If we can manage our emotions properly, it could help us improve the quality of our lives.

It would be beneficial to try to control our emotions when they arise.

If it is a negative emotion, it may be helpful to calm ourselves down. Some people find that through exercise, negative emotions can be transformed into the power of exercise, and they will disappear with the sweat.

If you are interested in learning a method for managing your emotions, I would like to suggest counting to 12 seconds in your head when you feel like losing your temper.

It is worth noting that the time for an emotional outburst is often only 12 seconds. Once that time is up, it may be helpful to recognize that you will not lose your temper anymore.

If you are experiencing difficulties in controlling your emotions, it may be helpful to seek the guidance of a professional counselor.

That's all for now.

Hello, dear question asker!

I just wanted to say that I've read your account and I totally understand how you're feeling.

I'd be more than happy to share what I know with you, and I really hope it helps in some small way.

I'd really encourage you to do a simple assessment yourself.

I'm not sure how old you are, but I'm here to help you in any way I can!

I'm so sorry to hear you're going through this. How long has this situation lasted?

I hope you're doing well physically!

At some point, we all go through what you're going through right now.

For example, you might be feeling moody, lacking patience, or even feeling down.

Let's think about what's been going on recently and any potential triggers that might be involved.

For example, things like facing setbacks or criticism, feeling stressed, not feeling well, or getting more negative information can trigger this situation.

We can try to calm down, remember that these are all normal fluctuations, take care of ourselves, understand ourselves, and do things we like as appropriate.

It's so true that our state of mind has a great influence on us!

So, the more we face it with a positive attitude, knowing that we'll have emotional lows, the easier it is for us to get out of it.

There are some simple tricks you can try, like writing down all your worries. It's like letting go of pressure.

And don't forget to replace all those worries with actions!

It's like daydreaming, which we sometimes can't control. So, just do something that interests you and that you can get absorbed in, and it will help!

It's okay to think about unhappy things from the past. We all do. Try to forgive yourself. And write down all the good or successful things you've done, even if they're small. When you feel remorse, look at your success record. It'll help you escape.

Of course, if you're still struggling after trying these tips yourself, don't hesitate to reach out to a professional doctor for additional support.

2. It's so important to learn to recognize your emotions and become aware of your beliefs.

You say that you can get "stuck in memories you don't like" or that you regret things and worry about the future. I'm here to help!

We can all be specific about this together!

Regret is, for example, one of the most common human emotions.

Regret is actually a form of self-attack, and excessive self-attack can lead to depression. We all make mistakes, and it's important to remember that we can't always control everything.

Take a moment to think about whether you might be a bit too hard on yourself, or if you have a tendency to be perfectionistic.

We can all learn to accept ourselves and move on from regret. It's okay to have dreams and aspirations, but it's also important to face reality and accept what is.

It's totally normal to worry about the future!

Take this pandemic, for example. It's totally normal to worry more when things are uncertain.

It's only when we worry that we realize we can't control everything. And that's okay!

It's totally normal to feel like you need to have everything under control all the time. But try letting go of that feeling for a bit and see how much more at ease you feel!

I know it can be tough, but you can do it!

3. Believe in your own amazing self-healing power!

I really think you'd benefit from reading a book on psychology called Change Starts with the Heart by the wonderful teacher Fei Cong.

The author, Martina, is a practitioner of physical and mental balance.

He says that our emotions can sometimes make us feel unwell.

I'm here for you, and I believe in you!

The lovely book "The Power of Positive Emotions" also says:

"We don't feel positive emotions because we have a fulfilling life and good health. But you know what? Heartfelt positive emotions create a healthy life!

No matter what the situation is, you have the amazing ability to reshape your life and body!

Go out there and find your own positive emotions to help you cope with life as it is!

You have the power to heal yourself. It's okay if you forgot. We all do.

It's not true that a positive and optimistic mindset is something you're born with.

The good news is that you can train your mood to be more optimistic with some simple psychological techniques.

For example, you can learn to encourage yourself with a smile or positive affirmations.

It's so important to focus on the things you can control.

Take a look at the changes in your life with a fresh pair of eyes.

It's so important to look after ourselves! We often pay attention to the part of ourselves that is not feeling well, which is certainly beneficial. But we also need to learn to see if our mental energy is a bit low recently and to affirm ourselves more.

If you're having trouble sleeping, don't worry! Using live broadcasts, cross talks, etc. to help you fall asleep is a great idea.

I'm sure you'll recover in no time!

If you don't treat problems as problems, they'll often work themselves out without you even noticing!

Please, just share these!

You've got this! Believe in your own strength.

We all get sick sometimes, and that's okay! It's also a great opportunity to grow and learn.

Warmest regards!

Hello, if I may, I would like to offer you a 360-degree hug.

First, let's talk about your headline: Do you think it might be helpful to see a professional? I think that the fact that you have this thought means that subconsciously you feel that it could be beneficial.

It might be helpful to see a doctor or talk to a counselor.

It is not necessary to make a big deal out of it, and you are under no obligation to see a professional. However, you may benefit from the guidance and support of a qualified practitioner.

If you make a big deal out of it, it might increase your motivation to seek help and make it more difficult to act. So my advice is, if you feel the need to see a doctor, then it might be helpful to go.

You might also consider calming your emotions through self-awareness and self-healing.

It might be helpful to accept that your emotions are a little unstable.

Everyone's emotional state will naturally ebb and flow, much like the tides.

Perhaps we could try to learn to live with our emotions. One approach I find helpful is to treat emotions as if they were independent individuals, like a chubby, angry little doll. You can imagine one in your mind and then talk to it.

The emotion may express a desire for comfort and reassurance, indicating a need for proximity and stability.

I'll go when I'm ready, but not right now. I'd appreciate it if you could stay with me for now.

When I've had enough, I'll quietly take a moment to step away.

This approach allows us to gain a clearer understanding of our emotions and to live with them in a more constructive way. Rather than rushing around trying to get rid of negative emotions,

Afterwards, you may wish to respect your emotions, which should help to calm them down gradually.

You might also consider taking a stuffed animal or hand puppet and treating it as if it were your mood, then talking to it and reassuring it. Allowing it some time to release pent-up energy could also be beneficial.

If I might make one more suggestion, it would be to try to behave yourself.

If I might make one more suggestion, it would be to go for a walk or do some exercise.

You might consider going for a walk or some other form of exercise. If you feel up to it, you could try something competitive and aerobic, such as basketball, boxing, or yoga.

It is thought that exercise produces dopamine, which may contribute to feelings of happiness.

Third, it might be helpful to write down your unpleasant feelings, what kind of things you have encountered, how these things make you feel, how you hope to solve and deal with them, etc. You may find it beneficial to write all this down.

Please don't worry about the writing style. Just write whatever comes to mind.

If I may suggest, it might be helpful to have a chat with a counselor.

I am a counselor who has experienced periods of both Buddhist practice and depression, as well as periods of positivity and motivation. I believe that the world has much to offer, and I wish everyone well.