Sometimes I have very dark days. I try to push myself to do something that will distract. Today I was stressed out because my housemate brought a sore throat back from Denver. My niece and brother (who needs constant supervision with dementia) are supposed to come over tomorrow. It will be my niece's last full day here and she wants to get some pool time. One thing led to another and I felt closed in and sort of in a fight or flight mode. I called a friend and we met for a game of cards. I suppose if I were confined to the house I would have gone to my room and watched a movie.
I was never a big TV person but I watch a ton of now. I also have a subscription to Apple Music and it has over 50 million songs. I just say a song and it plays on my wireless headphones so not to disturb anyone.
I always feel better if I get some sun on my eyes. It doesn't matter if it's in the pool, at poolside, on the balcony or even through the big window. The sun makes me feel better.
I also meditate, do guided imagery, and pray or listen to inspirational readings.
And to be perfectly honest, I've been known to take a Valium, some CBD oil, and slip into a peaceful nap.