Feeling sad? Need some help staying emotionally stable? Try these mood boosters that will truly improve your emotional health.

Discover the power of exercise. You’ll be surprised at how even less than thirty minutes of exercise a day can act as a mild antidepressant. Make sure you try a variety of exercise options until you find something you truly enjoy and will look forward to each day. Exercise will improve your muscle tone, help you lose weight, and will help you feel better overall.

Invest in time with people you like. People need social connections with other people in order to feel fulfilled. Try initiating with someone, even if that is intimidating for you or if you feel like you are too busy to make time for friends. If work has been taking on too big of a role in your life, take some time off and spend it with someone who makes you feel better.

Laugh. Laughter is one of the best mood boosters around. Read a funny book, watch a funny movie, go to a funny play, or joke around with someone you love. Look online to see if there’s a local laughter therapy group. No kidding! Laughter therapy has helped many people get a better perspective.

Take Saint John’s Wort, B vitamins, and vitamin D. Supplements make a big difference for many people. All of these vitamins enhance your emotional health. Check with your doctor before taking Saint John’s Wort if you have any allergies to plants or pollen.

Find a therapist. A therapist is trained to help people navigate the choppy waters of emotional distress. Try it out; you may find even one session helps you map out a plan, and your insurance will most likely cover it.

Prioritize your emotional health. How you are doing emotionally affects your body physically, and it affects the people around you as well. Take care of yourself!