How to comfort someone after a bad day at work
A bad work day wants to be heard, not solved. Skip the advice unless they ask for it.
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Three ways to say it
“that is so unfair honestly, i can't believe they said that to you, you did not deserve to be treated that way, you should really say something to hr about this”
That was unfair. You didn't deserve that. How are you doing right now?
“ugh that sounds like such a frustrating meeting, i'm sorry you had to sit through that, work can be so draining sometimes, i hope the rest of your day is better”
That sounds exhausting. Glad it's over — what do you need right now, vent or distract?
“i totally understand why you'd want to quit after a day like today, you don't have to decide anything right now though, just get through today first and think later”
Fair reaction to today. No decisions tonight — just get through it. I'm here either way.
“i'm so sorry today was rough, do you want me to come over with food or do you just want to be alone and decompress, whatever sounds good to you right now”
Rough day noted. Food and company, or silence and space — I'll match whatever you need.
Common questions
How to comfort someone after a bad day at work
A bad work day wants to be heard, not solved. Skip the advice unless they ask for it.
What should I text when their boss was unfair to them?
That was unfair. You didn't deserve that. How are you doing right now?
What should I text when they're venting about a bad meeting?
That sounds exhausting. Glad it's over — what do you need right now, vent or distract?
What should I text when they're questioning if they should quit?
Fair reaction to today. No decisions tonight — just get through it. I'm here either way.
What should I text when you want to lighten the mood a little?
Rough day noted. Food and company, or silence and space — I'll match whatever you need.