A Strong Texting Game
WhatsApp and other platforms have diminished spaces between your friends. Do you know someone who is going through a hard time? Or maybe you know someone who is battling depression or anxiety. It doesn’t matter what the case is; only a few seconds and bam a heartwarming text is sent! So, go ahead. Text these to people who might need them. I know I would love it if someone texted me this!
“I love you and nothing will ever change that”
How would you feel if you were feeling lonely and someone texted this to you? One of the things that depression does to people is that it makes them feel very lonely, helpless, and a burden to everyone. In fact, receiving unconditional love can completely change people’s perspectives about themselves and the world, especially when they are feeling down and beating themselves up.
Additionally, it will give them that extra motivation and energy to deal with what they are going through as best as they can. It does not have to be an “I love you” if you don’t really feel like that but showing that you care will mean the world to them.
“Take your time, we’ll be seeing each other once you feel better”
Do you often see people trying too hard to show their support to someone who suffers from depression? After all, being alone is one of the only ways that people can sort out and digest their thoughts and emotions. Letting them know that you’re okay with them taking their time will show that you understand how difficult it is to deal with depression.
“Just being you is enough!”
Can you relate with people who are perfectionists and have extremely high expectations of themselves? Then, texting them this phrase will be something that they will love if they are suffering from depression (Real Depression Project, 2021). Everyone strives to be the best that they can be and improve every day. However, this has led a lot of people to have extremely high expectations and pressure themselves to achieve the impossible, being “perfect”.
Letting someone who is suffering from depression know that there really is no need to do everything perfectly all the time and that there are people out there who appreciate them for being themselves is very important. It will let them alleviate some of that pressure, allow them to relax and focus on themselves, rather than what other people might think.
“No matter what happens, I’m here for you”
This is my favorite text. I have a habit of checking in on my friends at least twice a week. Unless it’s exam time. Then, my ‘do not disturb me’ sign is up. Just kidding! One of the main things that makes anything so difficult to deal with is that the people who suffer it withdraw themselves from social interaction. This will happen either because they feel like a burden and they feel like no one understands them.
Also, this will make them feel very lonely, which is why telling them that you’re there for them, no matter what happens, will have an incredibly positive impact on them. Because they’ll know that there is someone they can rely on no matter the circumstances. This will promote better and more open communication. And this is important why? Well, it might just be the key to dealing with negative thoughts/emotions, and ultimately help in treating the illness.
“It will pass; we can ride it out together”
Are you aware that people who suffer from depression often become hopeless of the future? The phrase: “It will pass; we can ride it out together” could mean the world to them. After all, you’re letting them know that you’re here supporting them while giving them a promising outlook towards the future.
It is very normal for people who suffer from depression to lose perspective. All the negative thoughts and emotions going through their heads are just… So, be that “alarm clock” by reminding them that things will get better in the future. And, that they just need to endure it until that time comes, will be extremely important for them.
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Currently, I am a student of Fatima Jinnah Women University. With a burning passion for psychology, words, and dreams, I decided to abandon medical studies for humanities. These days, when I’m not listening to ballads, watching movies, or sitting down with a good novel, I am rigorously studying Hangul (Korean language) to satisfy my obsession for BTS and K dramas. I’m a thinking introvert and INFJ personality. Therefore, I like ‘me time’. My articles typically resonate with psychological well-being advice.