When it comes to looking at the broad range of the human experience, bad moods definitely get a bad rep. We tend to treat negative emotions such as sadness, disappointment, and anger as inherently useless and try to rid ourselves of them as soon as possible. This is a very natural tendency, and one that we all lean in to from time to time. Research suggests, however, that there is something to be gained from embracing negative emotions and recognizing their inherent value.
Check out this gallery to learn about the surprising benefits of bad moods.