25 Good Things To Say To Someone Who is Depressed

When someone you care about is going through depression, it can be challenging to know what to say. The key is to offer support without minimizing their feelings.

 Sometimes, a few kind words can make a world of difference.

 Below are thoughtful things you can say to someone who is depressed, designed to offer comfort and encouragement. Each suggestion comes with examples to guide you in your approach.

Top List Of Good Things To Say To Someone Who Is Depressed

1. I’m here for you.
2. It’s okay to feel this way.
3. You don’t have to go through this alone.
4. What can I do to help?
5. Take your time.
6. You are not a burden.
7. It’s okay to take breaks.
8. You are stronger than you think.
9. I’m proud of you.
10. You matter.
11. It’s okay to cry.
12. I’m not going anywhere.
13. Your feelings are valid.
14. You are loved.
15. I believe in you.
16. Let’s take it one day at a time.
17. It’s okay to ask for help.
18. You deserve happiness.
19. This isn’t forever.
20. You’ve got this.
21. You are enough.
22. You’re allowed to rest.
23. I care about you.
24. We’ll get through this.
25. Your feelings don’t define you.

1. “I’m here for you.”

Sometimes the best thing you can do is just be present. This phrase reminds them that they’re not alone in their struggle.

Examples:

• “Whenever you’re ready to talk, I’m here for you.”
• “I may not understand everything, but I’m here for you no matter what.”
• “Even if you just need company, I’ll be here.”

2. “It’s okay to feel this way.”

Validating their feelings helps them feel understood and not judged.

Examples:

• “It’s normal to feel how you’re feeling right now.”
• “Your emotions are valid, and it’s okay to feel this way.”
• “Don’t be hard on yourself; it’s okay to feel down sometimes.”

3. “You don’t have to go through this alone.”

Reassure them that they have a support system.

Examples:

• “You don’t have to carry this burden by yourself.”
• “I’m here, and you’ve got people who care about you.”
• “You don’t have to go through this alone, I’ve got your back.”

4. “What can I do to help?”

Offering specific help can make a big difference when someone feels overwhelmed.

Examples:

• “Do you need anything? Maybe I can help with something small.”
• “Is there a way I can make things a little easier for you right now?”
• “If there’s anything I can do, just let me know.”

5. “Take your time.”

Depression isn’t something that goes away quickly. This phrase permits them to heal at their own pace.

Examples:

• “There’s no rush, take all the time you need.”
• “It’s okay to take your time to feel better.”
• “Healing takes time, and that’s perfectly fine.”

6. “You are not a burden.”

People struggling with depression often feel like they’re a burden to others. Reassure them this isn’t true.

Examples:

• “You’re never a burden, and I want to be here for you.”
• “Don’t worry about that, you’re not a burden to me.”
• “Your feelings matter, and you’re not weighing me down.”

7. “It’s okay to take breaks.”

Encourage self-care and resting when necessary.

Examples:

• “You deserve rest and it’s okay to take breaks.”
• “Don’t feel guilty for taking time for yourself.”
• “It’s alright to pause and recharge when you need it.”

8. “You are stronger than you think.”

Remind them of their inner strength and resilience.

Examples:

• “You’ve been through tough times before, and you’re stronger than you think.”
• “I believe in your strength, even when you don’t.”
• “You’re tougher than you know, and you’ll get through this.”

9. “I’m proud of you.”

Recognizing their efforts, no matter how small, can help boost their morale.

Examples:

• “I’m proud of you for getting through each day.”
• “You’re doing a great job, even if it doesn’t feel like it.”
• “It’s not easy, but I’m proud of the strength you’re showing.”

10. “You matter.”

Sometimes, the simple reminder that their existence has value can be incredibly comforting.

Examples:

• “You’re important, and you matter to me.”
• “Your presence in this world makes a difference.”
• “Never forget how much you matter.”

11. “It’s okay to cry.”

Let them know that it’s alright to express their emotions.

Examples:

• “Crying doesn’t make you weak, it’s a healthy release.”
• “It’s okay to cry if you need to; emotions need an outlet.”
• “Let it all out if you need to, there’s no shame in crying.”

12. “I’m not going anywhere.”

Reassure them that you’ll stay by their side through tough times.

Examples:

• “I’m not going anywhere, we’ll get through this together.”
• “No matter how hard things get, I’m here to stay.”
• “I’ll be here, no matter what.”

13. “Your feelings are valid.”

This phrase affirms that their emotions are real and worth acknowledging.

Examples:

• “Your feelings are real, and they’re valid.”
• “It’s okay to feel what you’re feeling, your emotions matter.”
• “You’re allowed to feel exactly how you do right now.”

14. “You are loved.”

Remind them that they are surrounded by love, even when they don’t feel it.

Examples:

• “You’re deeply loved, even on days when you don’t feel it.”
• “You mean so much to the people who love you.”
• “Never forget that you are loved.”

15. “I believe in you.”

Sometimes, hearing someone else believe in them can reignite hope.

Examples:

• “Even if you don’t believe in yourself right now, I believe in you.”
• “I know you’ll get through this because I believe in you.”
• “You’re capable, and I believe in you.”

16. “Let’s take it one day at a time.”

Help them focus on smaller, manageable steps.

Examples:

• “We don’t have to solve everything today, let’s take it one day at a time.”
• “Just one step at a time, and we’ll get through this.”
• “Let’s focus on today and take things slow.”

17. “It’s okay to ask for help.”

Encourage them to seek professional support when needed.

Examples:

• “It’s okay to ask for help; no one has to do this alone.”
• “There’s no shame in reaching out for support.”
• “Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.”

18. “You deserve happiness.”

Remind them that they are worthy of joy and better days.

Examples:

• “You deserve to feel happy again.”
• “You’re worthy of good things, never forget that.”
• “Happiness is something you deserve, even if it doesn’t feel that way now.”

19. “This isn’t forever.”

Reassure them that their feelings, while painful, won’t last forever.

Examples:

• “I know it’s hard, but this isn’t forever.”
• “It may feel like it now, but these feelings will pass.”
• “This moment is temporary, things will get better.”

20. “You’ve got this.”

Encourage their ability to cope with the challenge.

Examples:

• “I know you’ve got this, you’re stronger than this moment.”
• “You can handle this, even if it doesn’t feel like it.”
• “You’ve got this, and I believe in your ability to pull through.”

21. “You are enough.”

Remind them that they are worthy as they are, even in their struggles.

Examples:

• “You are enough, just as you are.”
• “You don’t have to be anything else, you are already enough.”
• “You are more than enough, even on your bad days.”

22. “You’re allowed to rest.”

Encourage them to take time for themselves without guilt.

Examples:

• “It’s okay to rest, you’ve been carrying a lot.”
• “You’re allowed to take a break whenever you need it.”
• “Rest is necessary, and you deserve it.”

23. “I care about you.”

A simple reminder that their well-being matters to you.

Examples:

• “I care about you, and I’m here to support you.”
• “Your well-being is important to me.”
• “I care about you, and I want to help however I can.”

24. “We’ll get through this.”

Let them know they’re not facing this battle alone.

Examples:

• “We’ll get through this, one step at a time.”
• “You’re not alone; we’ll face this together.”
• “No matter what, we’ll find a way through this.”

25. “Your feelings don’t define you.”

Remind them that depression doesn’t define their worth or identity.

Examples:

• “You are more than your feelings, and they don’t define you.”
• “Your worth is far beyond what you’re feeling right now.”
• “Depression doesn’t define who you are, you’re much more than this.”

Conclusion

Supporting someone with depression can be as simple as offering a few kind, thoughtful words. By showing empathy, offering validation, and reminding them of their strength, you can make a big difference in their day. Remember, sometimes just being there and letting them know they’re not alone is the greatest support you can offer.

Ella Rose

𝐈’𝐦 Ella Rose 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 “𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐬 ” 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐞 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐨𝐫. 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐬. 𝐈 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐮𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞. 𝐀𝐭 “𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐬” 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬. 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐝𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐨𝐫.