Greeting cards are a perfect way to share love. The cards we have in our shop are extra special because they are raising funds for Ukrainian people in need of humanitarian aid and medical supplies. [Update: The cards are SOLD OUT! But we still love sharing simple tips for sending a card, so read on!]

How to write a simple message of LOVE and SUPPORT in 3 minutes or less

Sometimes it can feel challenging to write a card. You wonder what to say and how to say it. You want to write something that is heartfelt and makes the reader feel good. Panic sets in… but, wait!

Don’t over-complicate it!

We’re going to make it easier to write a card with a simple, 3-step approach:

Acknowledge what is happening
Connect your main message to the card
Write a closing the sentence conveying your love or support

Follow this formula and you’ll be able to easily share your love and support. And the recipient will have the benefit of feeling special and loved!

Below are two examples of cards we really struggle writing. You’ll see how following these three simple steps makes it much easier to write something individualized and heartfelt.

And, these same steps can be followed for situations when you have congratulatory or celebratory messages to write, too!

When I was diagnosed with cancer, a friend sent a note that just said “Big hugs.” It was incredibly meaningful.

And simple.

Writing Notes to Friends in Difficult Circumstances

The first is the hardest card to write – it’s when you want to convey sympathy or support to someone who is going through a challenge, such as job loss, a break up or a difficult medical diagnosis.

The second example is also a tough one – it’s for when someone is embarking on a change or is in a sustained period of difficulty.

Example 1: What do you write in a card to someone going through a hard time?

When a friend or loved one is experiencing something difficult, we naturally want to help. A card is a simple way to show that you care.

These cards cards can be used to send messages to people going through tough times. Here are a few quick ideas about what to write in a card for someone going through a hard time:

Acknowledge the pain:
- I’m sorry you’re going through this..
- It must be so hard.
- It’s hard.
- I can see how hard this is…
State your main message – connect it to the card:
- I’m sending you [strength / courage] for the journey ahead.
- I know how [strong / courageous] you are, but I wanted to send a little more just in case you need it.
- You’ve been on my mind. I wanted to share I’m thinking about you.
- I saw this card and thought about how [strong / courageous] you’ve been. Yet I know it can be difficult. So I’m send you a little more [strength / courage].
Write a closing sentence:
- Sending you warm thoughts
- I’m here to listen
- You’re important to me, and I love you.
- Sending you a huge hug

Example 2: What do you write in a card to someone going through change – especially when it’s taken a lot of effort or time?

Acknowledge the change:
- Congratulations on your [new job / graduation]
- Thinking of you as you set out on this new path.
- I know you’ve been going through a lot of change and it’s been a long time.
- I want to acknowledge how hard you’ve been working to …
- I saw this card and thought of how you are ….
State your main message – connect it to the card:
- I’m amazed by you and your [courage / strength / resilience]
- You’ve been going through such a journey and I’m impressed by your [courage / strength / resilience]
- I’m excited to see you embrace your hopes and dreams
- It’s amazing to see you share your light in the world
Write a closing sentence:
- Sending you wishes for great [success]
- I see your light
- The world is a better place because of you
- You’re important to me, and I love you.
- Sending you a huge hug

This simple process can be used for anything – a birthday card, a wedding card, a baby shower! We wrote this post when we were selling the cards pictured below – they are now making their way around the world, blessing others and providing support for Ukrainians.

Help your friends receive courage.

Help your friends receive hope.

Help your friends be resilient.

Help your friends receive strength.

Help Ukrainians receive medical supplies and humanitarian aid.

[The cards pictured above have been sold out.]

We’re sending big hugs to YOU!