Maintaining friendships can be hard to do in your twenties. Sometimes even the closest friendships can slip through the cracks. The good news is that something as simple as a text message can bring that friendship back to life, or at least on the way to it.
In today’s post I’m sharing 15 messages that will help you reconnect with old friends that you have been thinking about!
Why A Text Message Is A Great Entryway Back To Reconnecting
A text message is a great way to reconnect because of its simplicity and intentionality. You can easily type up a message at any time, but the words you choose will convey the emotion behind what you are sending. You are also letting the other person respond on their time versus trapping them into a time commitment they may not have if it was something like a phone call or surprise visit.
15 Messages To Send To Reconnect With An Old Friend
There are many reasons why you may decide to text an old friend. From randomly thinking of them, to reliving old memories on social media, a lot of times your mind will provide the excuse for you. Other times your surroundings can be the inspiration behind a text as well. Say you are visiting a place you both went to regularly, or you see an event going on that your friend would like, location is a great aid when texting an old friend!
Here are 15 messages that you can send to help you reconnect. You’ll see that some of them reference thinking about the other person, memories, and location-based messages.
Thinking About You Messages
These messages are a great way to get reconnected with a friend anytime. Nothing needs to prompt these messages, besides your own thoughts. However, sometimes things you see or hear about can give you the push/motivation to message the person too.
“Hey! 😀 I saw this Photo/Quote/TikTok/Video/etc. (whatever media applies to the situation) and it made me think of you. How have you been?”
This is an easy, low maintenance way to touch base and check in with your friend.
“I saw that you were looking for a new job opportunity on LinkedIn. Just checking in and letting you know that I’ll keep an eye out for anything that fits your skill set. Hope you are doing well! 😀”
This could work for anything the person may be needing that you could help with. Maybe they are house hunting, looking for a specific piece of furniture, etc.. Offer to help them while simultaneously checking in.
“(Person’s Name)!! Congrats on your engagement! 🩷 Did you see it coming or was it a total surprise?“
This goes for any major life event you see the person going through. Congratulating them is a great way to both reconnect and show them you care.
“Hey (Person’s Name)! 😀I was thinking of you the other day and realized we haven’t connected in a while. How have you been?“
This is simple and straight to the point. You’re letting them know you’re thinking of them and recognize some time has past.
“(Person’s Name)!! I ran into (mutual friend’s name) and we both were saying how much we missed the old times. Let’s all catch up soon okay?“
Remember When? Messages
If you love being nostalgic, these messages are the way to go. They are great to reignite a friendship that may have fallen back, or reconnect with someone from your past.
“I was looking through my Facebook memories today and came across that time we (describe the situation). Can you believe that was (add the number of years ago the memory was here)? Hope you are doing well! 😀”
Bringing back an old memory is a great way to put a smile on their face and check in.
“Happy Graduationaversary!! Did we really graduate (add the number of years ago here) ago now? 🤯 Time really is flying! What have you been up to?“
This simple message will go a long way!
“I found this old photo of us the other day. Look at us, we were such babies! 🥹 Doesn’t that just take you back? I’d love to catch up sometime soon whenever you are free. (send an old photo with this message)“
This is a great way to reconnect with a childhood friend that you haven’t spoken to in awhile.
“Hi (Person’s Name)! Remember the time when we (mention a shared experience)? Those memories are some of my favorites. I’d love to reconnect sometime and make some new memories.🩷 What do you think?“
This message is simple and easy to send.
“I’ve been reminiscing a lot lately about all the fun times we’ve had. I think we are due for another adventure soon, what do you say? 👀“
Send this to your adventure-loving friend!
Location-Based Messages
Our last group of messages are a little more specific, and in some cases urgent. However they are a great way to go from a phone conversation to meeting up in person. You may not be able to use these messages often, but take advantage of them when you can.
“Guess where I’m at right now? 👀 Our old stomping grounds (place you both visited frequently). It feels weird not being here with you, though. Let’s make plans to catch up soon!“
I love how sentimental this one is!
“Hey (Person’s Name)! I’m planning to attend (mention an event or festival) in (mention the place of the event).I know we had talked about attending that event together one day, maybe this could be the year? What do you say?!“
I like to add “No pressure!” to messages like these just so the person knows that there is no pressure to say yes!
“Hi (Person’s Name)! I’m planning a trip to (mention the city or area where they live) soon and would love to reconnect while I’m there. Let’s grab a coffee☕ at some point! When are you free?“
“I visited (place you both frequented) the other day and it brought back so many memories! How have you been?“
This is a perfect way to rekindle a friendship.
“Guess who is in (town where the person lives)? ME!! I’d love to see you and reconnect while I’m here. Are you free any time in the next few days?“
The more time you can give them, the better but maybe they can take you to a favorite local spot to catch up!
Those are the messages that I have to help you reconnect with friends. I hope they bring you lots of new conversations with old friends! What message will you be sending to reconnect with an old friend? Or do you have one that has helped you reconnect in the past? Let me know in the comments.
About the Author
Kelly graduated from Liberty University with a degree in Advertising and Public Relations and a minor in Journalism. Even though it took her a little while to find her career path, she was always meant to be in Communications. She remembers writing poems and songs when she was a little girl and pitching to my parents the reasons why I should have a cell phone when I was a teenager. She currently has a blog (budding-joy.com) where she talks about her weight-loss journey, mental health and personal development. Her hope is to encourage and inspire readers and let them know they are not alone. Reading blog posts like that are what helped her in tough times and she wants to pay it forward. She loves dance fitness, listening to music, and creating layouts in her bullet journal. She's a big fan of planning, especially when cute notebooks and pens are involved. Her dream job has changed so much over the years; right now she'd love to co-own a dance studio.
Website: budding-joy.com