Table of Contents
- 1 How do you comfort someone with an illness?
- 2 What do you say to someone recovering from illness?
- 3 What to say to someone that’s going through a hard time?
- 4 How do you cheer someone up with words?
- 5 How to cheer someone up when they’re sick?
- 6 What is the best way to cheer someone up?
- 7 How to cheer someone up through text messages?
How do you comfort someone with an illness?
If you want to help but don’t know where to start, here are some suggestions on how to support someone with a serious illness.
- Ask what kind of friend the person needs you to be.
- Offer specific help.
- Make plans.
- Send notes and cards.
- Visit when possible.
- Offer to chauffeur or even attend appointments.
What do you say to someone recovering from illness?
Write a Get Well message that’s brief.
- I’m thinking of you this very minute. Hope you can feel it—and feel better soon.
- I’m sorry you’re sick.
- Take time to take care of yourself.
- When I heard you were sick, it made me feel a little worse, too.
- Wishing you good health—and sending you good vibes.
What to write in a card when someone is feeling down?
Examples
- “It’s okay not to be okay.”
- “Your pain is valid.
- “No wise words or advice here.
- “I don’t know what depression feels like, and wish with all my heart that you didn’t have to know, either.”
- “I’m so sorry you’re experiencing a setback.
- “We’ve got friends for our happiest days and saddest moments.
What to say to someone that’s going through a hard time?
Ideas to consider include:
- “Thank you for all you do for us, but now is a time to take care of yourself as well.”
- “I’m proud of you.”
- “I hate that you’re going through this, but I know that you’ve got this.”
- “Remember when you were there for me?
- “Here’s how we’re going to take care of your work while you’re away.”
How do you cheer someone up with words?
- “Whenever you need to call, I’m here.”
- “I wish I could be there right now.”
- “You’re still in my thoughts.
- “Your family is lucky to have you through all this.”
- “Maybe I can’t be there, but there’s definitely something I can do.
- “Hey, get well soon.
- “You’re doing a great job with a major responsibility.
What to say to someone whose health is declining?
DO say, “I really admire how you are handling this. I know it’s difficult.” A little sympathy and a compliment are almost always welcome. DO say, “It’s okay not to be the perfect sick person.” Patients can feel a lot of pressure to “be strong” “stay positive” or “fight hard”, even when they’re feeling sad and weak.
How to cheer someone up when they’re sick?
Calling them to check up on them, sending them Get well Jokes and messages can go a long way to cheer them up. You may not really understand it, but being sick for most people can be a downer.
What is the best way to cheer someone up?
Sometimes the best way to cheer someone up is to simply listen to them. People often want to feel heard. So, by all means, don’t say cheer up to help cheer someone up. That doesn’t work. Instead, focus on mirroring what they say. If someone says, “My husband filed for divorce.”
How do friends cheer each other up after a break up?
Friends often cheer each other up after breakups by suggesting fun activities. You may not be able to hang out in person but you can probably think of remote activities your friend would enjoy, like playing an online game or participating in a hobby together, such as playing music through video chat.
How to cheer someone up through text messages?
If you know your friend’s sense of humor pretty well, consider cheering him or her up by sending a daily joke or funny story via text. People can struggle for plenty of reasons. Deaths, breakups, and illnesses aren’t the only reasons to cheer someone up via text.