We're all human, and we know there are some days when we feel really good and others when we get down in the dumps. And then there are times when our moods zip up and down! But knowing how to keep things steady, or at least more positive than negative, is a smart move for your health, both mental and physical.&nbsp;Becoming aware of your mood trends can help you get there. "Mood awareness is an essential part of maintaining good mental health, and it doesn't mean you should feel positive all the time. In fact, that's an unrealistic expectation. Instead, try to be aware of what your mood is, what events or environments can trigger it, and learn ways to find balance," explains Himali Pandya, chief strategy and development officer at People USA, a mental health crisis prevention center.
To start, try mood tracking.&nbsp;Below are three popular ways to do this; use one method per week, then think about which seemed to work best for you and consider building it into your routine going forward.
Daily Journaling
Just let it flow! Each day, write down how you felt when you woke up in the morning, at midday, and in the evening. If you notice mindset changes between those time periods, jot those down too. It may also be helpful to write down anything that contributed to a shift in your mood throughout the day (such as dealing with a sick kid or having a fleeting positive or negative experience at work). "This is a great holistic wellness activity that can help you process daily experiences," says Pandya.
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Mood Chart
This is similar to journaling, but it offers a bit more structure that can help illuminate any patterns that seem to influence your mood status or mindset.&nbsp;Create a chart in your journal, on a whiteboard, or on a piece of paper, then draw columns for day of the week, mood, and mood-shifting factors. Make it fun by using colored pens or emoji stickers for tracking.
Mood Mandala
"People who are visual learners or who enjoy using colors to represent ideas and trends may find mood mandalas useful," says Pandya. These are graphic images you color in according to how you're feeling. Assign a color to each of a handful of moods, then start in the middle of the image and spend a few minutes shading it in as your mood shifts throughout the day.

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