The different colors represent varying states of emotion. Below are some of the colors and what they tend to represent (Mood Ring Color Chart, 2018):

Customization: The app has a database of icons for personalized activities, and you can mix and match your moods with emojis and customize color themes,When it comes to individuals experiencing depression, the problem can be that they completely detach from their emotions. As Dr. O’Connor said (Stein, 2018): Statistics and reports: Explore monthly or yearly statistics created from your entries and export them. Challenges and activities: The app provides belief experiments and comfort-zone challenges so you can learn to overcome your fears and build confidence. Joormann J, et al. (2016). Examining emotion regulation in depression: A review and future directions.

When I was ready, I looked at my core emotions and thought about past situations that brought up those feelings. I asked myself what made me feel that way. One’s personality can influence the way a mood is displayed, and the actions that one takes during such phases. People who are more optimistic and positive, who gather more information from the surrounding stimuli, are able to have a better view of reality and adjust their actions according to what’s going on at that moment. This type of journaling provides a more creative and fun way to organize your life and make it more meaningful and productive. You just need the right kind of pen, journal, layouts, and ideas, and you can start your journey. This chart, offered by the Gateway Psychiatric Services provides a space to review Actions; Sleep (by looking at the time went to bed and time got out of bed, and total hours of sleep); Energy levels, that cause intensity or impulsivity, as well as, Slow moments of Dullness/Obsessing. As always there is a room for Events, or memory cues, for that day. 4. Mood/Sleep Chart

And the way we think determines the actions we take, which in turn influences our experiences and ultimately, our feelings. When you make a mood journal entry you first select your current mood. Then you're able to provide comments on what you're thinking, doing and feeling. ​ Instead of rushing to react to an emotion (which can generate more guilt down the road), I slow down, take deep breaths, and assess the situation. To have a better understanding of what we’re measuring when looking at moods, we can start by agreeing on a few definitions on which to build our conclusions.