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If you're texting a person who is on their period, you likely really want to make them feel better. It can be hard to know what to say sometimes, though, especially over text. Thankfully, there are many things you can say to brighten their day and make them feel cared for. This article has a list of suggestions so that you can give your partner the comfort they need during their period.
Steps
Text Examples to Comfort a Friend on Their Period
Community Q&A
- QuestionHow long have periods been a thing?
Paligirl1234Community AnswerPeriods have always been here as long as women have been here. Periods aren't something new.
Tips
- Empathize with what they're going through, even if you don't fully understand it. Saying something like "It can't be that bad" or "You'll be fine" might upset them or make them feel worse.[11]Thanks
- Even if you're not used to comforting a person during their period, remember that periods are natural and normal. They may already feel a little insecure about opening up to you about it, so try your best to be respectful.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/living-single/201704/are-romantic-relationships-good-your-self-esteem
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/emotional-validation
- ↑ https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/one_way_your_partner_can_calm_your_attachment_anxiety
- ↑ Donna Novak, Psy.D. Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Expert Interview. 8 December 2020.
- ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/relationships-communication/effective-communication.htm
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/aesthetics-101/201902/the-best-gift-give-romantic-partner
- ↑ https://www.southuniversity.edu/news-and-blogs/2016/08/the-psychology-behind-love-and-romance-70700
- ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/mental-health/laughter-is-the-best-medicine.htm
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/click-here-happiness/202009/what-are-the-5-love-languages-definition-and-examples
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