What to say to someone who feels bad for no reason?

• Tell Them You Care.
• Remind Them You’re There for Them.
• Ask How You Can Help.
• Urge Them to Talk With a Doctor.
• Ask Them If They Want to Talk.
• Remind Them That They Matter.
• Tell Them You Understand (If You Really Do)
• Remind Them It’s OK to Feel This Way.

How do you respond to how are you when you’re not OK?

Let’s talk about something pleasant” or “I’m hanging in. Thanks for asking. How are you doing?” If the person persists, offer, “Thanks for your concern but I’d really appreciate your respecting my privacy. Have a great day!”

What must be done to avoid depression?

Get enough sleep, eat well, and exercise regularly. Reach out to family and friends when times get hard. Get regular medical checkups, and see your provider if you don’t feel right. Get help if you think you’re depressed.

Why do I feel sad for no reason?

Lack of Focus, Direction or Drive. It may be a simple thing of a lack of focus, direction or drive for your reason for sadness. You may have a great life, but you don’t know which way to go next. You aren’t taking what you do have seriously. In fact, you may be taking what you have for granted.

Why do we ignore warning signs of sadness?

We ignore warning signs of sadness, depression and other forms of suffering because having feelings is something we cannot be open about in society. Stigma stifles us from speaking up. It shouldn’t be something we are afraid of. With the release or catharsis of emotion, we find resilience and who we want to be. Sadness is one emotion of many.

Is feeling sad a weakness?

Feeling sad is not a weakness. Holding back in an effort to appear strong is, however, a weakness. When people know what you’re going through, they can better assist you. “No man is an island.”

What does it mean to not understand what the other person feels?

The phrase suggests that you don’t truly understand what the other person feels at all. (Really, how could you?) It suggests that you feel the need to turn the conversation toward your experience, not his or hers, and that ultimately you don’t really care about that person’s concerns after all.