When someone is sick or recovering, a few kind words can lift their spirits more than you’d think. These get well soon messages work for cards, texts, flowers and office cards — from short and sweet to funny and faith-filled.
Short get well soon messages
- Get well soon!
- Sending healing vibes your way.
- Wishing you a speedy recovery.
- Rest up and feel better soon.
- Thinking of you and hoping you’re back on your feet soon.
- Sending love and get-well hugs.
- Hope each day brings you more strength.
- Take it easy — we miss you.
- Feel better soon, friend.
- Wishing you comfort and quick healing.
- Here’s to better days ahead.
- One day at a time — you’ve got this.
Get well soon card messages
- Wishing you a smooth and speedy recovery. We’re thinking of you every day.
- Sorry you’re under the weather. Sending warm wishes and lots of love.
- May every day bring you more energy, less pain and plenty of rest.
- We hope you’re feeling better with each passing day. Get well soon!
- Sending you sunshine, soup and all the good vibes for a fast recovery.
- Just a note to say we care and can’t wait to see you healthy again.
- Take all the time you need to heal. We’re here if you need anything.
- Rest, recover and let others take care of you for a change.
Get well messages for a coworker
- Wishing you a quick recovery. The office isn’t the same without you.
- Focus on getting better — we’ve got things covered here.
- Get well soon! Your desk misses you (and so do we).
- Sending best wishes from the whole team.
- Take care of yourself. We look forward to having you back.
- Wishing you rest and healing — work can wait.
- Feel better soon! Meetings are boring without you.
Get well messages for a boss
- Wishing you a fast and full recovery. The team is thinking of you.
- Please rest and take care — we’ll keep things running smoothly.
- Sending our best wishes for your health and a quick return.
- Get well soon. We appreciate your leadership and look forward to seeing you back.
Messages for a friend
- Get well soon, bestie — I need my partner in crime back.
- Sick days are no fun. Call me if you need anything — snacks, movies, company.
- Sending soup, hugs and terrible jokes until you feel better.
- You’re the strongest person I know. You’ll be back in no time.
- Missing your laugh. Get well soon!
- Rest up so we can plan our next adventure.
Messages for family
- Mom, please rest and let us take care of you for once. Love you.
- Dad, get well soon — the house is too quiet without your jokes.
- Grandma, we’re praying for you and sending all our love.
- Get well soon, little one. Your toys are waiting!
- Sending hugs to my favorite sister. Feel better soon.
- My love, I’m here for you every step of the way.
Get well messages after surgery
- Glad the surgery is behind you. Wishing you a smooth recovery.
- Take it slow and follow the doctor’s orders — we want you healthy.
- Sending healing thoughts as you recover from surgery.
- The hardest part is over. Now rest and heal.
- Thinking of you and wishing you strength each day of recovery.
- Wishing you comfort, patience and a full recovery.
Funny get well soon messages
- Sorry you’re sick. On the bright side, it’s guilt-free couch time.
- Get well soon — I’m running out of people to annoy.
- Heard you’re sick. Please get better so I can stop pretending to work.
- Doctor’s orders: rest, Netflix and ice cream.
- You’ve been promoted to Chief Napping Officer.
- Feel better soon! Germs don’t stand a chance against you.
- Get well soon. The world needs your sarcasm.
Get well prayers and religious messages
- Praying for God’s healing touch on your body and peace in your heart.
- “I will restore health unto thee, and I will heal thee of thy wounds, saith the LORD.” — Jeremiah 30:17
- May God give you strength for today and hope for tomorrow.
- Lifting you up in prayer for a full and fast recovery.
- May the Lord surround you with comfort and healing.
- Praying Allah grants you shifa and a speedy recovery.
- “The LORD will strengthen him upon the bed of languishing.” — Psalm 41:3
Messages for someone with a long illness
- Thinking of you today and every day. You’re not alone.
- Sending strength for the hard days and joy for the good ones.
- I’m here to listen, help or just sit with you.
- Your courage inspires everyone who knows you.
Tips for writing a get well message
- Keep it warm and positive, but don’t promise outcomes.
- Offer specific help: a meal, a ride, a visit.
- For serious illness, “thinking of you” fits better than “get well soon.”
- Respect privacy — don’t ask for medical details in a card.
Received a get well wish? See how to reply to thank you. Also try our May God bless you messages and sympathy messages.
Short or long, funny or faithful, the best get well soon messages come from the heart. Pick one of these get well soon messages and add a personal line.
FAQ
What do you write in a get well soon card?
“Wishing you a smooth and speedy recovery. We’re thinking of you every day.” Add an offer to help if you’re close.
What can I say instead of “get well soon”?
“Thinking of you,” “Sending healing thoughts” or “Wishing you strength and comfort” — especially for long-term illness.
What do you text someone who is sick?
“Sorry you’re not feeling well! Rest up — do you need anything dropped off?”
