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Looking to brighten someone’s day as soon as they wake up? Sending a “good day” message is one of the best ways to make someone feel cared for and strengthen your relationship with them. In this article, we’re providing the ultimate list of messages to wish someone a great day, whether you’re looking for something sweet, silly, or cheerful. We've also included kind responses to “have a great day” so you can spread even more joy and positivity.
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Best “Have a Great Day” Messages
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Wish someone a great day to make them feel cared for . It’s a simple gesture that goes a long way and boosts the well-being of those around you. Send your loved one a supportive message every morning, or if you think they’re going through a tough time. When wishing someone a good day in person, you should “give a head nod” or “smile and wave,” according to certified life coach Jessica George, MA, CHt.
- Take it easy!
- Enjoy your day.
- Have a good one!
- Enjoy every moment.
- Make today a great one!
- Keep smiling and shining 😄
- Cheers to a fantastic day ahead!
- I hope you have a wonderful day.
- Time to wake up and rock this day!
- Go out there and make it a great one!
- May today be as incredible as you are.
- Believe in yourself and make it happen.
- Hope your day is as radiant as you are!
- Cheers to a wonderful day. You deserve it!
- Hoping you find joy in every little thing today.
- Sending you lots of positive energy today 🫶
- Here’s to a day full of happiness and success!
- Here’s a little sunshine to brighten your day ☀️
- Sending you warm hugs to kick off your morning!
- Wishing you a day so bright, it outshines the sun!
- Wishing you a day as bright and beautiful as you are ✨
- Sending you a big smile and lots of love to brighten your day.
- Thinking of you today (and every day). Have a happy day ahead.
- I hope your day is filled with all the things that make your heart sing.
- I have a feeling that you’re going to have a magical day 🪄 Just be yourself!
“Have a Great Day” Messages for Her
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Start her day on a high note with a sweet “good morning” message. If you want to make your partner feel desired , let her know she’s the first person you think about when you wake up. Bring up her best qualities, send a flirty message, or stress how lucky you are to know her. Complimenting your partner can make her day and strengthen your relationship in the long run. [1] X Research source
- Let’s crush today as a team 🫂 I believe in us!
- Good morning, baby. I hope today is better than yesterday ❤️
- The greatest joy in life is getting to be with you. Enjoy your day!
- I promise I will never stop loving you. Have a beautiful day, honey.
- Hope your day is as dazzling as you! Keep shining, sweetheart 💫
- I hope today is as golden as your heart. I can’t wait to see you later!
- Life is extra beautiful with you by my side. Have a good day, darling!
- I can’t imagine my world without you. Have a nice day at work, baby.
- The best part of my morning is always you. Here’s to a beautiful day!
- I can’t wait to get my hands on you later…but until then, have a good day!
- Sending warm hugs and love your way. Hope your day is as incredible as you are!
- Here’s to a day full of wonderful surprises and moments that make you feel special!
- Think of me all day, okay? ‘Cause I’ll be thinking of you! Have a great day, beautiful 🌸
- Wishing you a fantastic day ahead. Remember, I love you more than words can describe.
- You inspire me every day. I hope today is full of joy, success, and every ounce of happiness!
- Rise and shine, gorgeous. I hope that you enjoy your day, and I’m looking forward to our date this evening!
- I hope today brings you all the success and happiness in the world. No one deserves it more than you, princess!
- Morning, cutie. How are you feeling after last night? I woke up thinking about you and wanted to wish you a great day!
- Have a good day, baby…and don’t fall asleep after reading this text! Only 15 more hours until we can go back to bed 💀
- My alarm can go off multiple times, but my day doesn’t start until I hear your voice. You make everything better, and I hope you have the best day!
- I hope you have a good day at work, baby girl. I’m definitely going to be distracted by you all day, but I know you have better concentration than me 😉
- Morning, gorgeous. How did you sleep last night? I woke up with a smile on my face because just the thought of you brightens my day. Wishing you a wonderful week!
- I wake up feeling like I won the lottery because of you. Seriously, how did I get so lucky?! I can’t wait until you come home, and I hope you have the most perfect day.
- Good morning to the most beautiful girl in the world. I love you dearly and want you to know that I’ll be cheering you on today, no matter what happens. Have an amazing day at work!
- The sun rose just so it could wish you a good morning. In fact, the sun should consider itself lucky to see your beautiful face every day! I hope you have a wonderful day, babe. Love you forever.
“Have a Great Day” Messages for Him
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Make him feel appreciated with a meaningful “good morning” message. Sending a morning text is a sweet and simple way to make your partner feel valued. Think about his personality or schedule to craft a personalized message. If he’s super flirty, for example, you could crack a joke and call him a cute nickname . If he’s stressed about work, you could send a supportive text to give him a boost of confidence. Whatever you decide, be sure to express appreciation and tailor your message.
- I wanted to be the first to wish you a good day!
- You’re sexy, fine, and all mine. Have a good day, babe.
- You are my motivation for every day. Enjoy today, handsome!
- Let’s make it through this Monday together! I know we can do it 💪
- Life is a lot sweeter by your side. I hope you have a good day, stud.
- I hope you have a successful day ahead. Be bold and go for it, baby!
- I woke up thinking about you and wanted to wish you a wonderful day!
- You’re always the first person I want to talk to in the morning. Love you!
- Wishing the most amazing day to my sweet, sexy, and supportive partner.
- My love for you grows every single day. Here’s to a new day as a team 🫂
- It’s a good day to win everything you want in life. Go out and get ‘em, bubs.
- Good morning to the man of my dreams. Hope today is as magical as you are 🔮
- I hope you have a productive day, babe! Thanks for working so hard for our family ❤️
- Every single day feels like a blessing since you entered my life. Have the best day, babe!
- Here’s to a beautiful day, my love. The sun is shining and my heart is beating for you ☀️💓
- I can’t wait to see you later, and I hope you have an amazing day at work. Knock it out of the park!
- You get me like no other. I hope you have a great day and remember how truly amazing you are.
- Just wanted to remind you how much I appreciate you. I hope today brings you closer to your dreams ✨
- Counting down the days until I get to see you again! I miss you so much, but I hope you have an amazing week!
- Your love inspires me to chase my dreams, and I hope mine does the same for you. Have an amazing day, babe.
- You make every day feel like Sunday…even when it’s a dreadful Monday. I hope today doesn’t suck and you enjoy it 😂
- Whenever I think of my life, I know you’ll always be there for me. Thanks for everything, my love. I hope your day is amazing.
- Morning, smarty pants. You’re going to crush your meeting today, and I can’t wait to hear all about it. Have a great day and good luck (even though you don’t need it) 🍀😉
- I had the most amazing dream last night. You were there and things got pretty spicy. Anyway, I hope you spend the day thinking about me…because I’ll definitely be thinking about you.
- I think you should just move in at this point because texting you 24/7 isn’t cutting it for me. I need to see your handsome face in the morning! Good luck on your presentation and have the best day 💞
“Have a Great Day” Messages for Friends
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Include an inside joke or inspiring quote to show love to your friends. Remind your bestie that the day is full of opportunities, and they can tackle any challenge that heads their way. If they’re worried about something, ease their anxieties by letting them know you’ll support them no matter what. It might help to throw in an inside joke or playful one-liner to lighten the mood!
- Make today legen-wait-for-it-dary!
- Keep pushing forward! You got it, bro 💪
- Cheers to a positive and successful day 🥂
- Happy Monday! Let’s make some money moves 💸
- Trust in the process 🤞 and take it one day at a time ☝️
- I can just tell that today’s gonna be a good day. Let’s get it!
- I hope your day is as beautiful and inspiring as your soul 🌈
- You’re going to KILL your presentation today. Knock ‘em dead!
- Sending good vibes to the coolest cat in town. Have a good one!
- I’m so grateful to call you my friend. Have an incredible day, bestie!
- I hope today is amazing and you find a thousand reasons to smile 😄
- Here’s to being pretty and productive this week 💁♀️💅👑 We got it, girl!
- Manifesting an amazing day for the most amazing friend in the world 🔮
- Today is full of endless opportunities for happiness. Make the most of it!
- Remember, I’ll always be your biggest supporter. Have the best day ever!
- Never hold back and always shoot for the stars. Here’s to a fantastic week!
- If not now, then when? Let’s take the steps to get even closer to our dreams today.
- Don’t let anyone dull your sparkle today, babe. Keep on shining and enjoy every moment 🌟
- You’re capable of amazing things and today’s another chance to prove it. Have an awesome day!
- Nothing can hold you back, and I’ll cosign on that ✍️ View today as an opportunity to go after what you want, bud!
- May your day be full of good moments, happy surprises, and endless opportunities. Have a wonderful day, my friend.
- I know you don’t want to go to work, but remember that we're going to watch Love Island and eat ice cream later 🤭
- Today is the perfect day to chase your dreams and make them a reality. Stay focused, and have a fantastic day, my friend!
- Morning, bestie. This lifestyle doesn’t come cheap, so get out of bed and go get that bread 🤑 Hope today isn’t too rough for you 🤞
- Mantras for the week: Let’s get this bread 💸 Let’s gain this grain 🤑 Let’s land this loaf 💰 Let’s take this toast 💳 Let’s yeet this wheat 💵
“Have a Great Day” Messages to Cheer Someone Up
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Send a motivational message to brighten someone’s day. If you suspect your friend or family member is feeling down, take the opportunity to shower them with love and support. Highlight the qualities you admire most about them, and reassure them that you’ll always be by their side. If you like, throw in some emojis to add extra color to your conversation and make them smile!
- You’re going to do incredible things today. I believe in you!
- Sending you good vibes 💫🪐🧘🌈☀️🦋🔮🧿✨🕯🍄🍀🤗
- Today is a gift, and you have the power to make it extraordinary.
- You’re going to accomplish amazing things today! I can feel it 🔮
- Wishing you a day filled with peace, love, and prosperity 💞🍀🤞
- Sending you a virtual hug and a shower of love to start your day 💌
- I hope you have a fantastic day, and may all your worries melt away!
- Just know that I’m thinking of you today. Here’s to better days ahead 💫
- I made you a playlist to kick start your morning: (link). Have a good day!
- Today is a new chapter in the story of your life. Make it a memorable one!
- Trust that you’re on the right path and seize today! I’ll be right beside you 🤝
- I hope today brings you as much happiness as you bring to those around you.
- Here’s to a day filled with joy, love, and all the things that make life beautiful 🌎
- I hope your day is as incredible as you are! Keep on rockin’ it in the free world 🎶
- Remember, today is a new day! You can achieve anything you set your mind to ✨
- Wishing you a beautiful day filled with moments that make you laugh, smile, and feel alive 🌱
- Even on the darkest days, there’s a glimmer of hope. Hold onto that hope tightly and have a good day.
- Just wanted to remind you how special you are to me. Sending you all the energy to conquer the day!
- Remember, you’re so much stronger than you give yourself credit for. Wishing you an amazing day ❤️
- Let go of any worries and embrace the endless possibilities of today. You have the power to make it amazing!
- Don’t wait for the perfect moment. Take the moment, and make it perfect! Here’s to a motivating and productive week 🍻
- You’re the strongest person I know, so dust off your feet and stand up taller than before. Let’s kick some butt today!
- We may not know where life goes, but at least we can enjoy the ride 🤟 Hope today is everything you wish for and more 🫶
- Believe in yourself and all that you are, superstar. I hope your day is full of the confidence you need to reach your goals ⭐
- Remember, you can’t have a rainbow without a little rain 🌈 I promise that things will get better, and I hope you have a better day than yesterday 🤞
Religious “Have a Great Day” Messages
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Highlight God’s gift of another day with a religious message. If you think the other person is feeling lost lately, remind them of God’s grace, love, and guidance. Sending a prayer or religious message in the morning can give them a boost of reassurance for the day, plus highlight the importance of living a good Christian life .
- Here’s to a day as beautiful as your faith.
- I pray you bask in the love and light of Christ today.
- May the grace of God be with you today and forever!
- Start your day with prayers and let his love light the way!
- Today is a good day to have a good day. God is with you!
- May God bless today with more love than your heart can hold.
- May his light shine upon you and guide you every step of the way.
- May your day be filled with love, joy, and peace. He is with you always!
- Your faith inspires me. May God’s love be with you each and every day.
- May your day be filled with God’s infinite love. Have a blessed day ahead 🙏
- Rejoice in the day that the Lord has made. Being alive is an absolute blessing.
- Today is in God’s hands, so have faith that he will watch over you. Don’t worry!
- I thank Jesus for bringing you into this beautiful world. Make today a great one!
- You are truly a gift from God. May you enjoy every moment of this beautiful day!
- When I look at you, I see a person created in God’s image. Have a blessed day!
- God is good! He has given you another day to praise him and rejoice in his love.
- Never forget: His love and protection will always surround you. Have a good day.
- I pray that you feel God’s love and protection today, giving you strength in all you do.
- Sending you prayers for an amazing day, trusting that God’s light will guide your way 🕯️
- I pray God’s love is your anchor today, giving you peace and strength when you need it.
- I hope today is filled with divine blessings and the comfort of knowing that the Lord is with you.
- May God’s love and mercy be with you as you begin this new day. Have a blessed morning!
- Each day, I thank the Lord for letting you be a part of my life. May you feel his love in all you do.
- Embrace the beauty of each moment and trust the process. You’ll never fail with God on your side!
- If you’re feeling lost, remember that the Lord is with you! I pray that today is much better than yesterday.
“Have a Great Day” Quotes
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Share an inspirational quote if you’re at a loss for words. If you’re struggling to find the right sentiments, get help from someone else! Choose an author, artist, or public figure that the other person admires, then share their words of wisdom. Here are some great options if you want to motivate others :
- “Make each day your masterpiece.” —John Wooden
- “Don’t expect a great day; create one.” —Bob Proctor
- “Every morning is a beautiful morning.” —Terri Guillemets
- “Don’t count the days, make the days count.” —Muhammed Ali
- “It’s time to start living the life you’ve imagined.” —Henry James
- “Lovely days don’t come to you, you should walk to them.” —Rumi
- “When a new day begins, dare to smile gratefully.” —Steve Maraboli
- “It is never too late to be what you might have been.” —George Eliot
- “A good day is a good day. A bad day is a good story.” —Glennon Melton
- “With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts.” —Eleanor Roosevelt
- “Each morning we are born again. What we do today is what matters most.” —Buddha
- “Every day is a good day. There is something to learn, care and celebrate.” —Amit Ray
- “Every day is a good day to be alive, whether the sun’s shining or not.” —Marty Robbins
- “Worry never robs tomorrow of its sorrow, it only saps today of its joy.” —Leo Buscaglia
- “If you want to make your dreams come true, the first thing you have to do is wake up.” —J.M. Power
- “In the morning, instead of saying to yourself, ‘I got to wake up’ say ‘I get to wake up!’” —Erykah Badu
- “I am grateful for being alive today. It is my joy and pleasure to live another wonderful day.” —Louise Hay
- “Smile in the mirror. Do that every morning and you’ll start to see a big difference in your life.” —Yoko Ono
- “Some people dream of success, while other people get up every morning and make it happen.” —Wayne Huizenga
- “The silence in the morning holds lots of expectations and is more hopeful than the silence at night.” —Victoria Durnak
- “Mornings are like nature in spring…humming with the sounds of life and the promise of a fresh new day.” —LeAura Alderson
- “One day you will wake up and there won’t be any more time to do the things you’ve always wanted. Do it now.” —Paulo Coelho
- “Every morning, you have two choices: continue to sleep with your dreams or wake up and chase them.” —Arnold Schwarzenegger
- “Each morning when I open my eyes, I say to myself: I, not events, have the power to make me happy or unhappy today.” —Groucho Marx
- “When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive, to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love.” —Marcus Aurelius
- “I remind myself every morning: Nothing I say this day will teach me anything. So, if I’m going to learn, I must do it by listening.” —Larry King
How to Respond to “Have a Great Day”
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Express gratitude and return the favor with a kind message. Even if you’re not particularly close to the other person, it’s common courtesy to say “thank you” and wish them well. Here are some simple replies to acknowledge their message and share your gratitude :
- You too!
- Back at you ❤️
- Right back at ya!
- The feeling is mutual.
- Thanks, same to you.
- Wishing you the same.
- Thank you so much. Likewise!
- Aw, thank you. That means the world.
- That means a lot coming from you. I appreciate it!
Expert Q&A
Tips
- While you can send a “good day” message whenever you want, the best time is in the morning (or when the other person wakes up).Thanks
- You can tell that the other person appreciates your “good day” messages if they say “thank you” or reply back.Thanks
- Reflect on your relationship to see how often you should send a "good day" message. If you're talking to a close friend or family member, you could send one every day or once a week, like on a Monday. If you don’t text them often, you could send one when they’re going through a tough time.Thanks