- A Handwritten Letter. …
- A Journal. …
- Weighted Blanket. …
- An Electric Toothbrush or Waterpik. …
- A Self-Care Kit. …
- Candles. …
- Fuzzy Slippers or Socks. …
- Art Supplies.
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What to give someone who is feeling down?
- Happy Light Therapy Lamps. …
- Herbal Tea Sets. …
- Himalayan Salt Lamps. …
- Aromatherapy. …
- Miniature Zen Gardens. …
- BuddyBox: A Hug In a Box. …
- Super Soft Blankets. …
- The Book of Awesome.
What to give someone who is going through a hard time?
- Chicken soup by mail. Forget Edible Arrangements. …
- Cards and notes. There is never a bad time to send a card or thoughtful letter. …
- Random jokes. …
- Self care gifts. …
- Group care packages. …
- Gifts that solve a problem. …
- Fun socks. …
- Candles.
What to get a friend to make them feel better?
- Ask Them If They Want Help. …
- Simply Be There for Them. …
- Take On a Creative Project Together. …
- Leave Your Friend a Handwritten Note. …
- Swing the Blues Away. …
- Go Get Some Ice Cream. …
- Do Whatever They Want to Do. …
- Volunteer Together.
How do you help a friend who is really struggling?
- DO listen and validate. …
- DO ask what they need from you. …
- DO offer to help with everyday tasks. …
- DO celebrate their wins, including the small ones. …
- DO read up on what they're struggling with. …
- DO check in with them regularly.
What can I give my friend to cheer her up?
- Travel Mug. Nothing beats a warm drink when you're feeling down. …
- Canvas Print. Using your favorite photo, or one of the quotes listed below, make your friend or loved one a custom canvas print. …
- Personalized Candles. …
- Fleece Photo Blanket. …
- Custom Flower Pot and House Plant.
What do you not say to someone going through a hard time?
- “I can't imagine what you're going through.” This makes the person feel isolated and unseen. …
- “There will always be another opportunity.” This minimizes a loss (of a job, a relationship, a pregnancy, etc.)
How can you cheer someone up over text?
- “Whenever you need to call, I'm here.”
- “I wish I could be there right now.”
- “You're still in my thoughts. Remember that.”
- “Your family is lucky to have you through all this.”
- “Maybe I can't be there, but there's definitely something I can do.
How do you cheer someone up?
- Listen Up. When life gets overwhelming it helps to have someone willing to listen. …
- Give Hugs. It sounds so simple, it's stupid.
- Give Them a Handwritten Note or Card. …
- Have a Chuckle. …
- Make Them Dinner. …
- Share a Walk. …
- Have a Movie Night. …
- A Spa Experience.
How do you make a friend feel appreciated?
- Make them their favorite food. Sweets are usually a good bet.
- Surprise them with a gift. …
- Learn something new together. …
- Bring them chocolate and/or flowers. …
- Write them a note. …
- Tell them something you like about them. …
- Plan an adventure for just the two of you. …
- Learn their love language.
How do you comfort someone?
- 1. “ Witness their feelings” …
- Affirm that their feelings make sense. …
- Draw out their feelings inorder to better understand what they feel. …
- Don't minimize their pain or focus only on cheering them up. …
- Offer physical affection if appropriate. …
- Affirm your support and commitment.
What to say to a friend to make them feel special?
- You are more fun than anyone or anything I know, including bubble wrap.
- You are the most perfect you there is.
- You are enough.
- You are one of the strongest people I know.
- You look great today.
- You have the best smile.
- Your outlook on life is amazing.
- You just light up the room.
What to say to friend who is struggling?
A heartfelt
“I'm sorry”
goes a long way.
People may shy away from saying, “I'm sorry” in response to someone's misfortune because it might not feel like enough of an acknowledgment. But Miller says a genuine “I'm sorry” can go a long way to make your friend feel heard and validated.
How do you help a friend emotionally?
- Step in to Do the To-Dos. …
- Make a Thoughtful Move. …
- Try a Post-It Filled With Supportive Reminders and Questions. …
- Just Show Up. …
- Recognize Their Efforts and Say “Thank You” …
- Truly “See” Them. …
- Remind Them of Their Favorite Things. …
- Text an Out-Of-The-Blue Compliment.
How do you cheer yourself in lockdown?
- Write Them a Letter of Appreciation. …
- Send Them a Silly Video. …
- Go for a Walk Together. …
- Send Them a Gift. …
- Encourage Them to List Three Nice Things That Happened That Day. …
- Put on Their Favourite Music and Dance. …
- Create a Happy Space for Them.
What are some comforting words?
- I'm sorry.
- I care about you.
- He/she will be dearly missed.
- He/she is in my thoughts and prayers.
- You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
- You are important to me.
- My condolences.
- I hope you find some peace today.