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Chin up... How we have to endure 84 bad days a year

Daily Mail Reporter

BRITONS may not be renowned for their sunny dispositions – but there could be a good reason for that.

A survey has found we endure an average of 84 bad days a year, triggered by all manner of mishaps and misfortunes.

Top of the list of problems that bring us down is a bad night’s sleep, which was cited by 45 per cent of the 2,000 people surveyed. This was followed by losing a wallet or purse (35 per cent) and smashing a phone (also 35 per cent). Losing keys (34 per cent) or having a tiff with our other half (32 per cent) also tipped us into a bad mood, along with stepping in dog mess (29 per cent) and having a bad hair day (16 per cent).

Trying on a new outfit only to find it is too tight or does not look good saddened 30 per cent of us while getting a bad haircut annoyed 13 per cent. The study also showed that many of us believe in bad luck, with 36 per cent avoiding opening an umbrella indoors and 43 per cent thinking the power of the planets in astrology can contribute to a poor day.

But most Britons are a resilient bunch with more than 68 per cent saying they still feel thankful and appreciative of what they have despite encountering problems. The research also revealed things that make us feel better after a bad day. They included a good night’s sleep (55 per cent), being asked by a friend if we are OK (43 per cent) and kicking back on the sofa with a favourite TV show (42 per cent).

Lorna Brown, of online marketplace Not On The High Street which commissioned the survey, said: ‘It’s great to see from the research that, despite regularly experiencing bad days, the majority of Brits appreciate the little things in life.’

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