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Taking out at least an hour or two every week for an activity you enjoy can help you relax. Help your friend feel better by taking the time to do something they like to do, even if it’s playing video games.
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Baking has a therapeutic effect, because the act of measuring, mixing and paying attention to a recipe often takes your whole attention. You actually create peace in your mind, which pushes away many negative thoughts and emotions. The delicious smells also produce happy feelings.
If it gives them a smile, it'll be worth it. Find all the silly videos of babies dancing, clumsy moments, and dogs being dogs. Tag them in any and every thing that might give them a laugh.
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Talking is one of the most effective ways to cheer someone up. Encourage your friend to share their feelings! Teenagers (especially girls) often say that when they are stressed they want someone to talk to about things. Be there for them. Listen to them. If they aren’t interested in talking, invite them to do an activity with you and the chances are, they will start talking.
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Grab some noodles and have at it. Try to avoid getting hit by any means necessary. Remember: the more endorphins you release, the happier you BOTH will be. (This is one of our favourite things for cheering someone up!)
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Another idea for how to cheer someone up? Watch movies together! This is an especially good idea if your friend doesn't feel like talking just yet. Grab some popcorn and watch one of the best feel-good movies on Netflix.
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If a friend goes through a dark period that lasts longer than a few weeks without having at least some good days or if they want to hurt themselves, this is the time to call a parent, a teacher or another adult they trust. If the friend is really depressed, you might not be able to help, no matter how much you try. They will be lucky to have a friend like you to tell their parents or another adult about their problems so that they can begin their treatment and recovery.
therapeutic: therapeutisch, heilzaam to measure: afmeten to encourage: aanmoedigen to avoid: ontwijken, vermijden by any means necessary: op elke mogelijke manier endorphins: endorfines (= gelukshormoon) a treatment: een behandeling
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