Author:
Joan Hall
Date Of Creation:
2 July 2021
Update Date:
1 July 2024
Content
What will you do when your friend is having problems or having a bad day? You must cheer him up to the best of your ability.
Steps
1 Ask a friend what happened and listen without interrupting his answer. If the person doesn't tell you anything, then don't be curious, just go to the next step. 
2 Offer a friend to help. If he accepts it, great, help. Otherwise, go straight to the next step. 
3 Take into account the character traits of a friend, his hobbies. Ask yourself, "What can I do to cheer up my friend, distract him from heavy thoughts, and help him in a positive mood?" 
4 Maybe you should give your friend a gift, or take him out into town and eat there, or go and visit him, or record him a collection of music or audio books, or drag him out of the house, or plan a night of fun for the two of you to relax. and have fun. It really doesn't really matter what you do. The bottom line is that your friend will remember you when he is alone and sad again. Your actions provide a friend with evidence that at least one person in the world is worried that he or she is in pain and is trying to help. 
5 It is argued that it is better to put less pressure on the person, not trying to over-encourage the friend to become a “star of the party”, or trying to get him drunk. Just try to rid your friend's mind of painful, discouraging memories, listen to the person if he wants to speak out. Otherwise, try to help your friend come to peace of mind. 
6 Ask a friend what they have done in the past to cheer themselves up, reduce their suffering, or enhance their happy moments. Consider your options if they give you any ideas for distracting your friend from sad, painful thoughts. 
7 Keep being sweet and supportive. Do not avoid your friend, do not spread gossip about his problem. Everybody also encourage him / her on the little things and give advice if a friend asks. However, in the absence of any good advice, tell your friend about it and recommend talking to another person he trusts and treats well.
Warnings
- Do not overwhelm your friend in the process of cheering him / her up. Otherwise, the person will feel overwhelmed and possibly guilty or pathetic.
