Let’s be real: Life has a way of throwing curveballs straight at your face when you least expect it. One minute you’re vibing, and the next, you’re questioning every life decision you’ve ever made. Whether you’re drowning in heartbreak, stressing over school/work, or just feeling like a hot mess (relatable), you’re not alone. We all have those “what the actual heck is happening?” moments.
But don’t worry, bestie, I got you. Here are seven completely life-saving, sanity-saving ways to get through tough times without spiraling into an existential crisis.
1. Cry It Out (But Make It Fashionable)
Listen, I know society tells us to “stay strong,” but honestly? Sometimes you just need a full-blown dramatic breakdown. Throw on your comfiest hoodie, blast sad music (Adele or Olivia Rodrigo, obviously), and let the tears flow. Think of it as an emotional detox, like a facial, but for your soul. Just don’t text your ex in the process.
Pro Tip: Post-cry, slap on a face mask and remind yourself that even hot girls have bad days.
2. Channel Your Inner Main Character
If life feels like it’s falling apart, pretend you’re in a movie montage. Walk dramatically in the rain, journal like you’re narrating a bestseller, and stare out of windows like you’re in a music video. Because let’s be real, every queen goes through a struggle before her big glow-up.
Pro Tip: Make a playlist of songs that make you feel like the main character. Extra points if it includes dramatic violin instrumentals.
3. Laugh at the Absurdity of It All
When life is being ridiculous, sometimes the best thing you can do is laugh at how tragic it is. Failed a test? Might as well frame it. Got ghosted? Start a fake missing person investigation for fun. Didn’t get that job? Joke about how they just lost their best employee before even hiring them.
Pro Tip: Watch stand-up comedy or absurd memes. Laughter is free therapy.
4. Rant to Someone Who Won’t Judge You
Find that person, the one who will let you complain for hours without throwing toxic positivity in your face. No “just be grateful” speeches, just full support and a shared hatred for whatever (or whoever) is stressing you out.
Pro Tip: If no one’s available, voice note yourself. Yes, you’ll sound insane, but trust me, it’s therapeutic.
5. Revenge Glow-Up, but Make It Healthy
Nothing says “I’m thriving” like a glow-up, mentally, emotionally, and (let’s be honest) physically. Get a new haircut, start that skincare routine, hit the gym not for revenge, but for yourself (but also, revenge is fun). Show up looking so unbothered that even your problems feel irrelevant.
Pro Tip: Confidence is the best revenge. But also, a killer outfit never hurts.
6. Romanticize Your Life, Even When It Sucks
Your morning coffee? An aesthetic experience. Your walk to school or work? A cinematic masterpiece. That awkward moment when you trip in public? Just a plot twist. Romanticizing the little things makes life feel less miserable and more like a quirky sitcom where you’re the star.
Pro Tip: Take aesthetic pictures of everyday moments. It makes life feel way more put-together than it actually is.
7. Remember That Nothing Lasts Forever
The good news? Whatever nightmare you’re dealing with right now, it’s temporary. One day, you’ll look back at this mess and laugh (or at least cringe). So breathe, take it one day at a time, and trust that future you has it all figured out.
Pro Tip: When in doubt, ask yourself, “Will this matter in five years?” If the answer is no, it’s not worth losing sleep over.
Final Thoughts
Tough times suck, but they don’t have to break you. Cry, laugh, glow up, and keep moving forward like the unshakable queen you are. Life is messy, but so are the best stories. And guess what? Yours is still being written.
Now go sip some iced coffee and remind yourself that you’ve survived 100% of your bad days so far, you’ve got this.
