Mood For Thought
Essentials|June 2019

Are your emotions all over the place? These surprising factors may be to blame

Natalia Lubomirski
Mood For Thought

When we’re feeling a little emotional, even the smallest thing can knock us off balance. here are five surprising reasons your emotions might be getting the better of you – and five ways to help you get back on track.

1. Your home

It’s supposed to be your sanctuary, but your latest home improvement could actually put you in a bad mood. Arguing about the colour of paint is the most hotly debated DIY topic – and there’s a good reason why: picking the wrong colour can wreak havoc. In particular, red can make you feel irritable, angry and hostile.

SORT IT: Choose yellows to boost happiness or blues to aid relaxation.

2. Your diet

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