2006-12-18 16:06:14 · 21 answers · asked by Sublette 5 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
Make them repeat this sentence:
"I am a little glow-worm. A glow worm's never glum. How can I be unhappy when the sun shines out my bum?"
Sounds strange but I do it at work to raise my spirits.
2006-12-18 16:10:25 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
There's a couple of things you can do. I assume this person is in the same room with you when you talk to them instead of on the phone, so I'll answer it like you'll be able see what their up to.
1. Don't cross your arms - crossing arms in any culture is a sign of negitive behavior, so don't do it! If they do it, try to break it up by giving them something to hold like a pen or a piece of paper
2. Sit at a 45 degree angle towards them - facing them head on will be too confrontational.
3. Nod your head - nodding your head makes people talk more about their problems because you give the impression of approval. Let them vent out whatever is on their mind
4. Talk at the same pace they do - people who mimic other peoples talking speed will make you seem like you're a better listener. Also try and mimic the way they sit or where their arms are if possible
Do all of these steps before you cheer someone up. Now depending on the type of person, it will all depend on what makes them happy, whether it be a joke or some hobby they have intrest in...
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2006-12-18 16:56:39 · answer #2 · answered by David D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well it depends on why the person is grumpy, find the answer to that and then go from there to try your best and fix the problem...
2006-12-18 16:08:53 · answer #3 · answered by Justin M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You dish out compliments at the person. Make the person feel better about who they are. Be postive and if they still are grumpy tell them you will be there for them no matter what or how they act and let the person know you care about them with all of your heart and tell the person they are very special to you
2006-12-18 16:07:05 · answer #4 · answered by LaToya J 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
slapstick always works. if something tragic happens to you in front of them, they automatically feel better becasue someone else if worse off than them, and the attention is all on you then. And show them how to be gracious about it, not grumpy.
2006-12-18 16:10:48 · answer #5 · answered by kikumatsu 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sometimes we just need to be grumpy.....but for me watching rodeo works......hearing of someone elses situation thats worse helps me let go of my own problems.....but best of all, a good lay, a nice glass of wine and something really tasty will usually cheer me up.
2006-12-18 16:08:50 · answer #6 · answered by WitchTwo 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Bake them a cake with a big smiley on it and tell them you were thinking of them today. Then back off and give them space. They will work it out and they will also know you are there if they need you.
2006-12-18 16:09:39 · answer #7 · answered by melissa_anne_maison 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go up to that person - turn around and let a big hairy fart all over them - you will either get a laugh or a cussing - take a chance!!!
2006-12-18 16:10:36 · answer #8 · answered by Mikey 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Let them meet my boyfriend, Eden and Noah. They will have you laughing so hard you will need to find the bathroom.
2006-12-18 23:42:29 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well depends on who it is? what's the grump like? dose the grump like jokes? dose the grump like night outs? what dose the grump like? your asking so I'm just going to assum that you know the grumo, so dig deep on what the grump likes. Use that info and use it well.
2006-12-18 16:13:30 · answer #10 · answered by Patient NightShade 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋