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Why do people suddenly feel sad after being happy, and then become happy again? By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024

At 25, my emotions fluctuate greatly. In the past two years, I've experienced this pattern: every time I encounter something sad, after analyzing and adjusting myself, I wake up feeling happy the next day, filled with hope. I then have a satisfying day, only to feel devoid of hope and strength the day or two after, leading to sadness. Overall, the feeling is one of happiness followed by sadness, and sadness followed by happiness, repeating over and over.

Beatrice Olive Woodward Beatrice Olive Woodward A total of 9071 people have been helped

Hello, question asker!

The questioner's overall feeling is that they experience happiness and sadness in equal measure. Their emotions fluctuate, oscillating between the two extremes. When they encounter something sad, they analyse and adjust it. They are adept at regulating their emotions. After sleeping, they wake up to a brand new day, embracing the sunshine, gentle breeze, and the opportunity to make the most of this good time.

This is when the questioner has adjusted their emotions and is in the best condition.

The next day or the day after that, you feel hopeless again, and you feel drained. It's like a 100% charged emotion, which slowly runs out of power after being used. You haven't recharged your emotions in the past two days, which is why you're feeling this way.

❀So, are the emotional ups and downs that the questioner experiences a sustained emotion in response to a particular event? Or do you feel down after one thing is resolved and before the next thing comes along?

I also want to know what the questioner's usual mood is when they are not experiencing sadness.

If the questioner often feels inexplicably bad or their mood fluctuates, they should talk to a professional in detail about the specific situation. It is likely that they are suffering from emotional flu.

If you only become depressed when encountering sad things and can regulate yourself, try meditation or mindfulness to recharge your emotions. The "Meditation Planet" section on the Yixinli app is a great place to start. It will have a positive effect on your emotional regulation and peace of mind.

The questioner should also talk to a listening therapist on the platform when they are feeling low. In addition to self-adjustment, they can also draw on external resources and strength, which will open up another line of thought for the questioner and give them a new perspective.

❀Furthermore, after experiencing intense happiness, people often feel tired, a bit lonely, and a bit depressed. This is likely a form of emotional self-regulation. It's like a rubber band: you can't keep it stretched out all the time, otherwise it will break easily. The same is true for emotions.

If you feel that these emotions are affecting your life, work, studies, etc., you should seek professional help. If you just feel uncomfortable, try the suggestions above.

Your thoughts shape your reality. We all see the world through a unique lens. Every day is a fresh start! I hope you are well!

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Stella Lucia Garcia Stella Lucia Garcia A total of 6539 people have been helped

Hello, question asker!

I want to commend you for recognizing the problem, taking the time to reflect on the situation, and showing the courage to address it head-on.

What happened that made you feel this way? Apart from being unhappy, what other feelings do you have at the moment?

So, when you're aware that you don't have these feelings, what do you do? And what's your state of mind when you don't feel this way?

The questioner said that it keeps repeating, so how do you get through these uncomfortable feelings?

It's normal to have ups and downs in mood. Nobody's happy or sad all the time. This mood might be related to our experiences and environment.

It could be something from childhood or from our education, or it could be problems we've had at work. It's okay, we can adjust our state of mind to alleviate these feelings.

I don't know the specifics, but I'll share some tips that I hope will help lift your mood:

First, adjust your mindset and unify your body and mind.

If you can do everything you say you'll do every day, you'll be able to boost your confidence pretty quickly. If you say you'll do something, you've got to do it.

It's the same with others as it is with yourself. When your words and your actions match up, it shows that what you say and what you feel are one and the same.

It's important to accept yourself!

If we accept and understand ourselves, we can channel our energy into action rather than fighting negative emotions like remorse, guilt, and regret.

First, when we have negative thoughts and emotions, accept them and tell yourself, "I know, I'll deal with it later, for now I need to concentrate on finishing this." And most importantly, learn to affirm yourself and your past efforts, even if they didn't meet expectations. This is how we can regain our motivation to start again.

We should remind ourselves from time to time that we're already the best version of ourselves that we could be.

③ Be good at spotting the beauty and fun in life.

Some people have a pretty uneventful life, some have a glamorous one, some have a rough one, and some have a passionate one. It's not that life itself is problematic, but rather whether we can see the beauty in it and discover the interesting points.

Your vision and perspective shape your life. If you look at the people and scenery around you in a different direction or go somewhere else to change your mood, you'll see that life is actually really multifaceted.

I believe in the power of accumulation.

No matter how big a rock is, it cannot stop a seed from sprouting. The reason is that once the seed starts to sprout, the division of cells, although not fast, will never end. We all know that a drop of water can wear through a stone, but few of us believe it. People at the starting point are like a cell or a drop of water, but most people mistakenly believe or hope that they are strong and sharp like a laser beam at the starting point, but this is unrealistic.

Learn slowly and steadily, and be patient while you wait for the amazing benefits and power that come with long-term accumulation.

fifth, explore your potential.

People who are different are often willing to try new things, discover their potential, and ultimately find their true selves. If you want to become someone different, you might as well try to re-examine your daily life from a brand new perspective and make changes you've never made before.

Keep learning new skills, reading new books, and challenging yourself. Don't let your age, IQ, experience, etc. hold you back from trying new things.

And don't be afraid to fail, because you're not as impressive as you think you are to other people.

You can also relieve your emotions through meditation, positive mental suggestion, and exercise.

The questioner can also brush up on some psychology trivia by reading books like "The Power of Now," "The Happiness Code," "Mr. Toad Goes to Therapy," and "Growing Up for Good." These books will give you some food for thought.

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Felicity Kennedy Felicity Kennedy A total of 8147 people have been helped

Hello!

This is normal. Moods change throughout the day.

If you have extreme emotions when you encounter things,

Look for signs of emotional disorders that make it hard to control your emotions.

If you don't get better after changing your diet and sleeping more,

We need doctors' help.

It's good to recognize this as you would a cold or fever.

When you have a fever and a sore throat, you feel miserable. You drink more water and take cold medicine.

If you've been under a lot of stress, you might need to go to the hospital.

Think about what's been making you feel down lately.

Sometimes we feel lost and sad because we can't accept unexpected things.

The host should try the following methods.

Set short-, medium-, and long-term goals.

People with goals know where they're going. If you have goals, you'll keep working towards them every day.

If you believe you're heading in the right direction, you won't lose your way.

2. When you feel down, tell yourself you'll feel better soon.

When we have difficulties or setbacks, it is easy to feel bad. This is not because of others, but because of our own emotions. When you realize this, tell yourself that it will get better. I had a period like that. At night, I felt excited, but in the morning, I felt weak and negative. I told myself that this was only temporary and that I would feel better. By slowly convincing myself, I was able to feel better.

3. Accept yourself.

We often deny ourselves and are unhappy because we think we can do more than we can. We need to accept ourselves, think about our long-term goals, and do the small things we should do every day. This will boost our self-confidence and make us happier.

I wish the original poster a happy life!

I love you, June!

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Jesse Davis Time is a journey through the landscapes of our minds.

I can totally relate to what you're going through. It's like riding an emotional roller coaster, where one day you're on top of the world and the next, everything feels heavy. But it's great that you're able to bounce back with hope each time. That resilience is something to be proud of.

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Scott Davis A teacher's purpose is not to create students in his own image, but to develop students who can create their own image.

It sounds like you've got a cycle of highs and lows that can be pretty exhausting. The fact that you can turn things around and find joy again is amazing. Maybe exploring why those dips happen could help in finding more stability over time.

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Ingrid Anderson To achieve success, you must embrace failure as a natural part of the process.

Your experience reminds me of how life can sometimes feel unpredictable. It's impressive that you manage to regain your optimism so quickly. Perhaps keeping a journal or talking to someone about these shifts could offer some insights into what triggers the changes in your mood.

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Marcelino Davis Life is a cycle of giving and receiving.

It's interesting how you described your emotional journey. It seems like you have a powerful ability to reset and start fresh each day. Have you thought about ways to sustain that positive energy for longer periods? Sometimes small routines or practices can make a big difference.

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Kirby Davis Time is a precious gift, waste it not.

Feeling such intense ups and downs at 25 is not uncommon. It's heartening to hear that despite the sadness, you always manage to find your way back to happiness. It might be helpful to look into selfcare strategies that can support you during those tougher moments, ensuring you have a steady foundation.

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