How to Be Happy When You're Sick

Last Updated: January 14, 2020

It's no fun to be sick, but regardless of age, there are things you can do to transform feeling absolutely awful into feeling great. Do you want to know how to be happy and have fun instead of being bored or miserable on a sick day? If so, just consider one or two of these easy steps!

Steps

1
Take a warm, relaxing bath. Baths wash away dirt and grime, and they also help you feel better when you're sick. The steamy warmth that makes congestion feel better. Try a nice bubble bath!
2
Rest. You can take a nap in a familiar, comfortable place like your bed, or make a special "Get Better Bed" in a place that's fun and different. Just do something quiet so your body can focus on fighting germs.

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3
Drink. Clear liquids are fluids you can see through. (like water or an electrolyte solution similar to Gatorade and Pedialyte,) They flush germs from the body when you drink them. Try for a cup or so every hour.
4
Snuggle up with a blanket and watch your favorite movie, or try a new movie. Time passes easily when you are enjoying the storyline, and prevents boredom.
5
Build a blanket fort to lay in and hang a sign that says Happiness Hangout ~ No Germs Welcome. This is comfy, and also helps put you in the right state of mind.
6
Have an older sibling or an adult keep you company, and play cards or do puzzles together. There are many free websites that have game ideas if you want to learn a new game.
7
Relax. You don't need to do any chores or homework. Just have fun resting. When you are worried about doing things you 'should' be doing, it may distract you from the body's work to getting well.
8
Enjoy some fresh air outdoors, if the weather allows. Look at scenery, breathe the fresh air, or do anything else you like to do when outside. Be careful not to overdo it, though

Warnings

Do not jump around or be super-active. The body is busy fighting germs, and lots of activity makes it harder to win the battle.

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