What's everyone's methods of cheering people up?

I personally use humor. I don't like taking a lot of stuff too seriously so I usually just make jokes about it... unfortunately that doesn't go over very well in some situations and likely won't in yours. I'd say just make sure you are there for her and maybe go do something fun outside like going for a walk or a hike or something

 

I tell them it'll get better (and then list all the ways the situation will improve) and then use humour to cheer them up once they're not so teary.

 

Tell them everything that's going on in my life, but put a funny twist on it. Basically use humor.

 

I tend to try to change the subject to something more positive and light-hearted. That is, after they're done venting about whatever is bugging them.

 

If I think they need to talk then I just listen and try and help. If its not something they want to talk about I use humour or try and keep them busy try and think of fun things to do, even if they are a little silly. If it was my girlfriend I would give her lots of cuddles and stuff.

 

It depends on my relationship with them. If it's an acquaintance or friend I'm not so close with, I'll just do something to make them laugh like make faces or dance around awkwardly. If it's a really close friend, talk with them heart to heart and help them through their issues. Also hugs if they feel up to it. Hugs rock.

 

Depends on what it is, if they're just having a bad day then just distract them from it and make them laugh. If it's something serious then you should have a serious talk with them.

 

I find that just being there and holding them, stroking their back or their hair can be really soothing to a lot of people. Until they calm down, most people aren't really capable of taking in anything you have to say, they just need to let the emotions flow until they can gather their thoughts. Most people actually have an adverse reaction if they're forced into talking about the problem before they are ready.

When they do feel ready to talk, I calmly go through the logic of why they are feeling that way, and what the next steps are, making sure to revert to the soothing if they get too worked up.

 

I ll play with my nipples n do this stupid sexual austin powers kind of moves gets them everytime just think of the most ridiculous bootleg sexual teasing n do it in front no one every status mad at me long ever

 

Like most of the other comments, I use humor. I also hug them and try to understand why they're sad and make them see the positives. If that fails, I send them youtube links of songs telling them I care or to try and make them laugh.

 

I follow the advice of one of my friends:

'You're not going to help in this situation, Joe, now be quiet and get some tissues or something'

 

I think just listening. Then when they are done crying or ranting, tell a small joke. Repeat as necessary. So basically what everyone is saying...