thank you, dear Larry! -

Although we often question why bad things happen, there's usually no satisfying answer; sometimes life just throws us a lemon.
and annoying as it seems -my father's motto was -
when life throws you a lemon - make lemonade.

Though hindsight may eventually provide a positive outlook to what now appears to be a negative, that possibility probably won't provide the comfort we're seeking right away.

These interventions will help lift your mood, elevate your spirits, and get you moving back toward a positive attitude:

Communication - In times of stress and anxiety, sharing your feelings with a supportive person helps to lift your spirits. The act of verbalizing what you're thinking and feeling is often enough to help you get past initial negative feelings.

Meditation - Meditation calms, energizes, and diminishes stress. Find a quiet place to sit comfortably and focus on breathing deeply and slowly. This basic meditation will help.

Exercise - Physical exercise calms the mind and redirects thoughts and energy away from worries and concerns. Take a brisk walk, tackle some housework, or go to the gym; any form of exercise will help cheer you up.
Three good things - Identify three good things that have happened in the last 24 hours. Even the most routine positive event is helpful in lifting your mood, such as a good meal, a safe commute to work, or a cheerful hello from a friend.

Gratitude letter - Take a few moments and jot down a brief note of gratitude to someone who has been helpful to you recently. Again, this need not be an extraordinary helpful gesture, but a kind word, a supportive presence, or a sincere attempt to cheer you up are worthy of your gratitude.

Acts of kindness - Providing a kind act toward someone else not only helps that person but lifts our spirits in return. So even though you might be feeling down, strive to do something kind and helpful to another person.
The next time something bad happens in your life, try one or more of the above interventions. Though you can't remove the negative situation with these interventions, they can help you regain a positive, problem-solving attitude more quickly