Having a friend or loved one going through a depression, medical illness or family tragedy can be heart breaking to them and for you to see them suffer through it. Everything to them seems hopeless. Know the difference between empathy and sympathy. Empathy you know how they feel, you’ve been through it too so you feel with them. Sympathy you feel for them not really knowing how they feel for you’ve not experienced it. Everyone deals with issues different but one thing is certain…we all need kind words and someone to help us get through these trying times. If you are not sure what you can do or say, here are some very useful suggestions. Share this so others will know how to help their loved ones too.
1I’m Here For You
Sometimes just knowing there is someone out there you can lean on makes all the difference. The feeling of not being alone in what they are dealing with can make all the difference in the world.
