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In a Funk? Here’s How to Shake It Off
When You're Feeling Down
Reach Out
Have a Little Dark Chocolate
Play Some Tunes
Laugh
Do a Good Deed
Hug Your Dog
Drink Water
Go Outside
Exercise
Eat Something (Healthy)
Have Sex
Meditate
Rest Up
Take a Vacation
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