What Do You Give A Struggling Friend? - Fixanswer

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.