It can be difficult to cheer up someone you care about.Texting can be a powerful tool.Send them a joke or meme that will make them laugh.To make a funny picture of yourself, use an image editing app.If they're upset, you might want to encourage them to text you about their problem.They should be allowed to vent as much as they want.To get their mind off things, invite them to do something silly with you.
Step 1: Text a joke.
If you have a joke that makes people laugh, try texting it to them.If you don't know what to send, use an internet search like "text humor" or "funny jokes you can text" to find it.Look for jokes about animals or movies that mesh with their favorite type of humor, like puns.
Step 2: Send them a meme.
There are a lot of funny things out there.You can search for "memes to make your friends laugh" and see the results.If you know the person really loves something, try to get to the root of it.If the person is a huge Game of thrones fan, you can run a search on the internet to find related meme.The Laughing Goat generator can be used to create something unique and specific.You can send a meme to them.
Step 3: Send a silly photo or video to yourself.
Take a picture of yourself making a silly face and send it to them.Do you want to get more creative?There are free image editor apps that can help you make funny images.Try out one of the many apps that allow you to turn yourself into a character, and then text them a few silly versions of yourself.
Step 4: To crack them up, find or make the perfect Gif.
There are some really funny things out there.Try to find something that relates to their situation.They can find GIFs that show their favorite characters from TV shows and movies.GIPHY is a great library.You can find the app in your phone's app store, download it, and attach the GIFs to text messages.You can check out their website if you don't want to download the app.You can make your own Gif.This feature is offered by GIPHY, or you can try another app.
Step 5: You can challenge them to an exclusive conversation.
A lot of fun can be had by playing this silly texting game.Shoot them a text to let them know that you will only be using emojis for the next 20 minutes.They should be challenged to respond the same way.If you can decipher each other's messages, try to get them laughing with a unique combination of emojis.You could start the conversation by showing 2 friends together.Let your imagination run wild.
Step 6: Make them laugh with an eCard.
You can send pre-made cards through text message.The search tool can be used to find something specific to their situation.Some websites allow you to search for eCards about specific situations.One funny card says, "It's better to have loved and lost than to live with a psycho for the rest of your life."
Step 7: Ask them what's going on and let them talk about it.
Don't rush in to offer help or fix things, let them lead the conversation.Be present for your friend.Text comments like "That's awful" or "I'm so sorry about that" make your friend feel appreciated.Make sure your replies are supportive.You can use comments like "That's so unfair" and replace the non-verbal cues with images.
Step 8: Tell them how great they are.
Send a text to your friend with 3 things you love about them.You can type the message into the text box, write it down, photograph it, or even make a video and attach it.
Step 9: There is a link to an uplifting verse or song.
If you can't find the right words to say, look for a song or poem that expresses what you're thinking.If you know your friend likes a band or writer, look for options from those sources.AUPEO is an app that allows you to search for songs based on mood."Life is like music" is an inspiring text to include with the song link.It has high and low notes.
Step 10: Send encouragement with a quote.
It can be difficult to say the right thing to someone who is feeling down.An inspiring quote can lift someone's mood.Look on quote sites like Brainyquote to find a good phrase.Send something that relates to what your friend is going through.
Step 11: End with a creative send-off.
"I hope your dreams are sweeter than your day was!" can be said instead of saying "bye" at the end of the conversation."Have an awesome afternoon" could be something you could try.I can't wait to talk to you again.A more creative sign-off might make the other person happy.
Step 12: Schedule your plans with them.
A positive hangout session can make your friend feel better.Offer to take them out for ice cream or to see a movie with them.Plans can be made to simply hang out and talk.I know you had a rough day.If you live too far away for an in-person hangout session, suggest a phone call or video chat.
Step 13: Give them your assistance.
If there are any chores you can help them with, or if there's anything in general, send them a text.You might be able to help them with their homework or study for the next history test.It shows you care and gives you the chance to cheer them up.Ask your friend how you can help them from a distance if you don't live near them.
Step 14: They should do something silly with you.
Ask your friend to do something silly and unexpected by texting.Taking their mind off of their problems is a great way to make them happy.
Step 15: If nothing seems to work, get more help.
Texting your friend may not help if he is depressed.You may need to take a closer look at their behavior if they don't come around after a while.Call in reinforcements by speaking with their parents, spouse, family members or a counselor.Speak to your friend about their situation if you can't help them.Say something like, "I'm worried about you."Have you considered talking to a professional about your feelings?