If you notice someone you care about feeling down, it's natural to feel concerned, especially if you're unsure how to help them feel better. Fortunately, there are many ways you can make a positive impact. If the girl you're concerned about is going through a tough time, try these suggestions to help her see things in a more optimistic light.
Steps
Consistently send her encouraging messages

Share positive energy with her. It may seem simple, but regularly sending encouraging texts will lift her spirits no matter what she's feeling down about. You could text her to wish her a great day or let her know you're looking forward to seeing her after work. If you're unsure what to say, you can always send her a motivating sticker or a short YouTube video from her favorite show.
- If you're free during lunchtime, send her a text: 'How’s your morning going? Wishing you a wonderful day! :)'
- Send her a sticker with a message: 'You got this!'
- Send her a cute animated cat image with a message: 'Isn’t this adorable? I’ll see you after work!'
Check in on her mood

Offer her a shoulder to lean on and a space to express her feelings. Usually, when someone is feeling down, they need someone to talk to in order to feel lighter. You can ask her if she wants to share what's bothering her or how she's feeling. If she's not ready to open up, let her know that you're there for her whenever she needs to talk.
- If you notice she's upset, you could say, "Are you okay? Want to talk about what's going on?"
- If you notice she's feeling down in class, you could text her later: "Hey, I'm always here if you need help with anything. Are you doing okay?"
Listen to her

Take the time to listen to her thoughts. Look her in the eye, nod to show you're listening, and respond thoughtfully to better understand her. Try to eliminate distractions by turning off your phone and TV while you're talking.
- You can respond to her thoughts by saying things like, "Oh wow, that sounds tough," or "It must have been really hard for you these past few days."
- You can also ask questions to understand her perspective better, such as "How do you feel about it now?" or "What did you do to get through that?"
Support her perspective

Biết rằng mình được ủng hộ sẽ giúp cô ấy cảm thấy khá hơn. Hãy cố gắng đồng cảm với quan điểm của cô ấy trong khi nói chuyện và thể hiện rõ ràng rằng bạn hiểu vì sao cô ấy lại buồn như vậy. Cho dù bạn chưa từng trải qua những chuyện tương tự thì cũng hãy cố gắng đặt mình vào vị trí của cô ấy để cảm nhận. Khi được người khác thông cảm và thấu hiểu, nỗi buồn của cô ấy chắc chắn sẽ vơi đi phần nào.
- Bạn hãy thể hiện sự cảm thông, an ủi bằng những câu nói như: "Giờ thì anh hiểu sao em lại buồn thế rồi" hoặc "Thảo nào mà em buồn như vậy. Cố gắng lên nhé".
Ngỏ lời giúp đỡ

Hỏi xem bạn có thể giúp gì cho cô ấy không. Lời đề nghị của bạn sẽ khiến cô ấy cảm thấy được quan tâm, trở nên vui vẻ hơn và có thể thực sự giúp được cô ấy điều gì đó. Cô ấy có thể cần một vài lời khuyên hoặc đơn giản là ai đó để trải lòng.
- Khi thấy cô ấy buồn, bạn có thể nói rằng:"Anh biết là em đang buồn lắm. Anh có thể giúp gì không?"
- Bạn cũng có thể nhắn cô ấy rằng: "Anh biết gần đây em có chuyện buồn. Nếu cần anh giúp gì em cứ nói nhé".
- Tránh đưa ra lời khuyên hay giải pháp khi chưa hỏi ý kiến cô ấy trước. Nhiều lúc khi ai đó buồn, bạn chỉ cần ở bên cạnh lắng nghe họ là đủ. Có thể cô ấy chỉ cần trải lòng chứ không tìm một giải pháp cụ thể.
Trao cho cô ấy một cái ôm

Nếu đủ thân thiết thì bạn có thể an ủi cô ấy bằng những cử chỉ gần gũi. Khi chúng ta ôm một người đang buồn, cơ thể họ sẽ tạo ra hóc môn oxytocin. Hóc môn này sẽ lập tức giúp họ tự nhiên cảm thấy nhẹ nhàng và vui vẻ hơn. Nếu cô gái ở cạnh bạn đang buồn, bạn có thể hỏi xem cô ấy có cần một cái ôm hay một cái khoác vai không.
- Nếu cô ấy nói không thì bạn hãy tôn trọng câu trả lời đó và an ủi cô ấy bằng cách khác. Ngoài những cử chỉ trên thì còn rất nhiều cách để an ủi ai đó.
List all the reasons why you like her.

A bit of encouragement will help her ease her worries more easily. First, think about all the reasons why you like her, and remember not to focus too much on her appearance. These reasons could be her sense of humor, generosity, or her excellent ability to pick great restaurants. The next time you meet, let her know those things or you could also send her a text.
- Text her saying: "Hey, I just want you to know that you are the coolest girl on this planet. You always make me laugh and you're incredibly generous."
Distract her with humor.

Make her laugh to forget her worries for a moment. Before cracking jokes, make sure to pick the right moment when she feels most relaxed. Wait for her to finish venting or when she seems ready to stop talking about the issue. Once you sense that, tell her a funny story she enjoys, send her humorous stickers on Instagram, or share a comedy film that matches her taste. You could also try:
- Remind her of funny memories the two of you share.
- Play her favorite songs and dance around until she laughs.
- Tell her a funny story.
Cook her something delicious.

A delicious meal can lift our spirits. Cook her favorite dish and surprise her by bringing it over for dinner. If you're not confident in your cooking skills, you can always order takeout from her favorite restaurant. If possible, stay for the meal to offer her company while she eats.
- If she's feeling down and doesn't have the appetite, you can make her a warm cup of tea.
Give her a small gift

Bring her a small, thoughtful gift to lift her mood and show her that you truly care. It doesn't need to be fancy or expensive; just something that she likes will do. While this won't solve her problems, it will make her day a little brighter.
- If she's a fan of comics, get her a few of her favorite volumes along with a message like: "I thought of you when I found this comic. Hope you like it!"
- If she loves music, create a playlist of cheerful songs to bring her some joy.
- If you're on a tight budget, small gestures like a chocolate bar or a small bouquet of flowers can be meaningful too.
Plan an activity she enjoys

Engaging in an activity will help her clear her mind a bit. Once she's done venting, doing something fun and distracting will be beneficial. Ask her if she would like to do something enjoyable to feel better. If she agrees, you could suggest going to a movie, playing mini golf, taking a walk in the park, or just immersing in nature.
- If you can't decide on an activity, ask her if she wants to try something new. Let her know you're happy to do whatever makes her happy.
