I have very rapid mood swings, what's the best way to manage them so no one gets hurt?
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One of the best things you can do to help with mood swings (in my experience) is to learn to tell yourself when that's happening. Learn to tell yourself "I didn't feel this way a minute ago, nothing's really wrong". You can even tell the people around you that you're having mood swings so that they're less likely to get hurt.
Managing mood swings can benefit from a holistic approach. This can involve keeping a diary to keep track of potential triggers of mood swings, so that you can either try to avoid the triggers, but also become more aware that what you're doing is not a fully rational reaction. Exploring ways to channel your emotions when they happen is the other step to take if you do have a mood swing. It will take time but practicing healthy ways to express your emotions may help curb the intensity of the mood swings. Practicing taking a step back, breathing slow and deep for 30 seconds and acknowledging that your emotions are getting out of control are good ways of becoming more aware of your mood swings.
I would recommend Yoga, Meditation, or play some game which totally requires the involvement of brain...like puzzles and stuffs.
Anonymous
November 11th, 2017 2:43am
If you have rapid mood swings take yourself away from the situation than make sure no one is around when this happens and take deep breathes.
Moving yourself away from any stressful triggers or even taking a moment in the bathroom to take a breather helps to even out a mood swing. A famous saying in Hindu philosophy states, "This too shall pass."
Sometimes being a witness and acknowledging that the mood swing will pass is itself a stabilizing courage.
Anonymous
November 25th, 2017 6:58pm
Separate your emotions from others, and examine your moods. Find a root cause and chances are you won't take it out on someone or something that isn't. Sometimes the little things snowball into us losing our patience with other people.
Anonymous
December 6th, 2017 4:30pm
Meditation, learning to take deep breaths when you feel yourself getting angry. Find friends to help you.
Anonymous
December 22nd, 2017 11:10pm
For me, I control my mood swings by doing the opposite of what I feel, for example if I feel sad I'll listen to some really upbeat music or exercise, if I feel angry or tensed up I'll colour in or draw and so on. If you cannot do these things to calm down then I suggest hugging a pillow as tight as possible until you feel better.
In case you think your mood swings are not normally ranged, I would recommend you to consult a therapist or psychiatrist as they are the best ones to give you support.
Make sure that people are aware of your mood swings being uncontrollable so that they can understand what you are going through and know that it is only temporary.
Anonymous
January 31st, 2018 6:14pm
try to acknowledge your mood swings, the best way to help yourself is to know what not to do. Hope this helps
Anonymous
February 18th, 2018 9:41pm
It's difficult to notice you are behaving irrational as the situation happens. Letting people know you have these mood swings and that you are sorry if you overreact at times might help. Mood stabilizers are an option as well.
Anonymous
March 2nd, 2018 9:46pm
take deep breaths and think about what will happen if you go through with saying or doing things.
Mood swings are perfectly normal, but sometimes when it becomes too rapid, it may harm people around you, even the ones who are trying to help. You can try relaxation and meditation to manage the positive vibes inside you, and you can try to channel it into another impulse that is not harming people around you and yourself.
Anonymous
March 14th, 2018 2:59pm
When you feel your mood turning try to distance yourself from people Until you feel okay enough to have a conversation about how you feel.
Anonymous
March 19th, 2018 9:11pm
Breathing....deep breaths. Take plenty of time for yourself, exercise regularly to help release stress and naturally boost endorphins. And try to surround yourself with more positivity.
Find a hobby to take the energy out on so that it turns into something positive! And don't be afraid to tell people that you are needing some time alone to clear your mind
Anonymous
March 29th, 2018 9:00pm
Take a deep breathe and stand still for a moment. Try to control any actions. Thoughts are normal. It's usually actions that can cause issues. So, just breathe and know it'll be okay.
Anonymous
March 30th, 2018 4:36pm
Punch a pillow, count down from 10 to 0. Talk it out. Walk away. Listen to music. Scream. Do anything that isn`t violent.
I would tell the people you hang out with so no one will get hurt or so you don't offend someone. If they want to leave you because of that let them decide that because you're perfect the way you are
The best way to manage your mood swings is to put all electronics away, so you don’t text someone something that you don’t mean and take your anger out on them. You need to count to the highest number you can and take deep breaths till you are calmed down.
Anonymous
April 7th, 2018 5:27am
yeah, i know what you mean.
i think i've been going through the same thing as well.
for me, when that happens, i try to distract myself or take time off for myself to cool down, so i don't lash out on anyone. but isolation isn't always good for everyone.
i recommend seeing a professional, if you can.
even talking to someone can be helpful; a listener, helpline, friends, family etc.
Consult with your doctor. You may need some medical attention to control your mood for a bit, but overtime you can start to control it yourself. If it has to do with sleep deprivation, still consult your doctor.
Acknowledge and track your mood swings. When you feel a shift in behavior coming on, realize it, know that it is there and if you can't control it the first time, reflect afterwards on why that might have been. In the case of negative mood swings, it is always a good idea to talk about them with other people and communicate the thoughts and feelings you're having in a positive, healthy way.
Create small ways of learning to control. Such as certain traits you'll know as you're approaching a mood swing. Everytime you reach this trait, then you can take some deep breaths to calm down, or alternatively, you can speak with a doctor.
Anonymous
April 27th, 2018 6:45pm
Keep your emotions to yourself, and try to act as a happy person. Or just don't and people should just deal with it, because you shouldn't hide your emotions.
Try to control them, or before you say something think about what could be the outcome. Maybe count to 10 in your head so you can calm down.
Anonymous
June 16th, 2018 3:47am
Take a few deep breaths and remove yourself from the situation. A walk often helps to get a different perspective
Anonymous
June 21st, 2018 8:56am
Mood swings are a natural phenomenon so there's nothing to feel bad about it. If you want to manage it then the best way is to indulge yourself in your hobby and whatever activity you like.
Write it out, thats what helped me. Day by day, if there was a feeling you didn't like write it out.
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