"On the app, @morganegust said she needed to "go on a stupid little walk for her stupid little mental health" - a funny and relatable phrase that's part of this trend. Despite being in a sour mood, she stomped out the door and down the street. In the next clip, she showed herself smiling and spinning in a circle. "It's extra annoying when the walk actually helps," she said."
"But despite recognizing the benefits, it isn't always easy to convince yourself to go. According to Dr. Melissa Gluck, a licensed psychologist and founder of Gluck Psychology Collective, the brain looks for excuses and other tasks that feel more important than taking a moment for self-care. It also goes without saying that it's always easier not to walk, especially if you're comfy on the couch."
"And if it's also cold? Forget about it. In these moments, TikTokers recommend going on your " stupid little walk " - even if you're tired and kind of cranky. In the back of your mind, you know it will make you feel better, and yet you still don't want to do it. That's fine, but go on the stupid little walk anyway."
TikTok creators promote a brief "stupid little walk" as a simple, low-barrier form of self-care that often improves mood. Creators show themselves bundling up, stepping outside, and returning visibly happier, sometimes setting alarms to make the walk nonnegotiable. Short walks can soothe bad moods, help sort through thoughts, and add a bit of fun or purpose to the day. A licensed psychologist explains that the brain generates excuses and prioritizes other tasks over self-care, so the trend emphasizes pushing through mental resistance to gain the emotional and cognitive benefits of a few minutes of walking.
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