pick-me-ups
Quick mood lifters
Pick-me-ups are things that restore energy or lift your spirits—a cup of coffee, a snack, a compliment, a quick nap.
The term suggests something small and immediate rather than a major intervention: I needed a pick-me-up after that meeting.
Singular: pick-me-up.
Brewed bean beverage
- espressoConcentrated pressurized brew
- caffeineMethylxanthine stimulant compound
- teaSteeped leaf beverage
- energy drinkStimulant beverage with caffeine
red bull · monster · yerba mate · guarana · ginseng · matcha · cold brew · shot
Restore energy or newness
- revitalizeRestore strength and vitality
- energizeSupply with vitality
- invigorateTo fill with energy
- rechargeRestore electrical capacity
restore · renew · revive · power nap · break · stretch · fresh air · splash of water
Warm and snug
- warmthHeat you feel
- blanketSoft bed covering
- hugTight, affectionate clasp
- cocoaGround cacao seed powder
soup · tea · soothing · slippers · fireplace · snuggle · candlelight · bubble bath
coffee
Brewed bean beverage
- espressoConcentrated pressurized brew
- caffeineMethylxanthine stimulant compound
- teaSteeped leaf beverage
energy drink · red bull · monster · yerba mate · guarana · ginseng · matcha · cold brew · shot · taurine
refresh
Restore energy or newness
- revitalizeRestore strength and vitality
- energizeSupply with vitality
- invigorateTo fill with energy
recharge · restore · renew · revive · power nap · break · stretch · fresh air · splash of water · second wind
cozy
Warm and snug
cocoa · soup · tea · soothing · slippers · fireplace · snuggle · candlelight · bubble bath · comfort food
inspire
Stir to action
affirmation · mantra · quote · rally · boost · uplift · cheer · support · galvanize · enthuse
chocolate
Sweet from cacao seeds
sweet · sugar rush · ice cream · pastry · donut · cupcake · fruit · nuts · energy bar · smoothie
- energizerscoffee, caffeine, energy drinks, energy drink, espresso
- stimulantscaffeine, amphetamine, amphetamines, methamphetamine, cocaine
pick-me-upssedatives
Drugs that calm
downers · depressants · tranquilizers · sleeping pills · soporifics
pick-me-upsdowners
Things that depress
buzzkills · depressants · wet blankets · drags · bummers
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