We are often found in situations when someone we care about is feeling down, and we can’t figure out how to help them. It’s not always about solving the problem, sometimes even the smallest things can help them feel better. Showing affection and understanding them is the first step of helping.
Whether you decide to buy a gift to surprise the person who’s feeling down, or simply hug them, little things do make a big impact. Here are some of the ways you can try to make someone feel better.
Buy them a cool and inspirational t-shirt
Sometimes it doesn’t have to be a big gift to show your loved ones how much you care. You can just give them something meaningful enough that will in turn lift up their blues and make them feel good again. For example, there are many cool t-shirt ideas with quotes like an It is well with my soul shirt ,which can both be uplifting and inspiring and help them show the world what they believe in.
Buy them CBD salve
Gifts come in various forms, so depending on the situation you might want to consider CBD salve for pain relief since it might make the person in question feel better. The mind and body are always connected, so making our body feel relaxed and better, will help our mind relax and unwind as well. CBD salves usually treat various kinds of pain and they are known to have helped many people struggling with body aches.
Cook them a meal
People are always rushing to get things done and rarely have time to enjoy a nice meal. One of the best and simplest gifts you can give to someone is to make them a nice and warm dish. It is always such an amazing feeling to have someone prepare delicious food to show their affection and appreciation. If you’ve never done this for the person you care about, make sure to do it right away.
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Encourage them to talk and just listen
Often people think they need to help the other person by giving them advice on how to solve their problem, but most times they only end up confusing them more. Instead of trying to fix the problem, you can try to encourage them to talk about their issues and only listen. People feel at ease talking to someone that listens well instead of someone that talks over them or tries to tell them they’re wrong. So, just listen, you’ll help more than you think.
Do what they want to do
Having a busy lifestyle leads to less time for oneself which leads to stress. People with chronic stress can be more susceptible to depression, so to help this kind of person you might want to consider doing something that they want to do, even if it’s just watching a movie together. Most people when they are feeling down want company, someone to just be there without having to do anything. For example, you could ask your friend to take a walk and just make casual conversation.
Exercise together
Whether it is yoga or another form of exercise, try to encourage your friend or loved one to join you in an afternoon exercise for the body and mind. The best part is that this can be done from the comfort of your home, so no need to communicate with other people. If you live near a park, going outside and breathing fresh air while doing yoga can help relax and feel better right away. Whatever form of exercise you do, just make sure to make it fun and relaxing.
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Travel somewhere
Surprise your friend or loved one with a trip somewhere. It doesn’t have to be a trip to somewhere far away, it can be a simple picnic in nature near your home. Just start the car and go somewhere peaceful that will give you inspiration, good thoughts and fill your lungs with fresh air. Go to a beach nearby and enjoy the sand under your toes, the smell of the ocean, and the fresh breeze. It might make you cry, but it can also make you feel a whole lot better.
Surprise them
A spontaneous surprise can be just the thing to make someone smile again. Show up on their doorstep when they least expect it and bring drinks and snacks for a night of laughs. You can also surprise them by taking them out for dinner, ice cream, or a simple ride around town. But remember, try to do your best to make them forget their worries and encourage them to laugh it out.
Praise them
Sometimes, a person just needs someone to tell them how great they are. Carefully placed compliments can easily cheer someone up. For example, compliment them on their recent accomplishments, or something about their looks, and it could be all it takes to make someone feel better and put back a smile on their face.
Final thoughts
There are endless ideas on how to make someone feel better, and it all depends on whether the person is willing to participate or not. Sometimes we just want to be left alone with our thoughts, to figure things out, so the first thing you should do is listen, and then act. At the end of the day, maybe someone just needs an encouraging message or a simple hug.