How to Write Thoughtful Get Well Soon Messages

What you write can make all the difference for someone in recovery.

Writing get well soon messages can be an especially hard task. It is difficult to tell someone you hope that he gets better soon -- especially someone with a serious illness. The key to writing thoughtful get well soon messages that will lift the spirits of a person in recovery is to choose words that are positive and inspiring.

Instructions

1. Consider who you're writing a get well message for. If you are writing for a colleague or acquaintance, a more formal get well message is appropriate. For example:

   "You are missed! I'm wishing you a speedy recovery so that I can see you soon!"

2. Brainstorm a few thoughts about the person before writing messages to friends and acquaintances. If you want to write a more personal get well message, think about a favorite pastime of the person you're writing to. Humor is a great thing to use in get well messages if it's appropriate. You might try this:

   "The sooner you're out, the sooner we're partying again. Get well soon! You are missed!"

3. Write more personal get well soon messages to a very close loved one by telling the person what he or she means to you. Listen to your heart. Be in touch with your feelings. Tell the person how important she is to you and how much you appreciate her. For example:

   "You always make me laugh and now I'd like to return the favor and put a smile on your face. All I want is to see you well!"

Tips & Warnings

• While you can use the same messages for close friends and family, it is much more thoughtful to write personalized messages.

• In addition to writing a note, think about a way that you can connect with the person; human connections are essential to the speedy recovery of someone you care about.

References

• Manhattan Fruitier: Sample Get Well Soon Messages