Then, consider this battle a matter of life and death. One way to look at it: Think about something you love that would be really hard to give up. That’s what I did when I gave up chocolate.” It’s very rare that comparisons from your personal experience will help, especially with something as serious as addiction. “Have you tried quitting cold turkey?” or “Just put your mind to it. Unless you’re sitting in a counselor’s office and you’re the counselor, kindly keep your opinions to yourself. So keeping your conversations confidential will show your friend you respect their privacy and will give them reassurance to express their feelings freely.ĪVOID THIS: Offering specific advice. We’re going to fight this together.” Maybe your friend’s child is the one suffering or being treated at a rehabilitation center: You might say, “I care about you and am here to listen if you need to talk.” One more thing-addiction is a sensitive topic. TRY THIS: “I want you to know I’m in this with you. Inspired? Create and share by tagging you love is struggling with addiction. Here are some examples of comforting words to think about the next time you’re struggling with how to help someone going through tough times.
Especially when those we care about are hurting, genuine empathy can guide our words and actions: Try thoughtfully considering what kindnesses would speak to you if you were in a similar situation.
So, how do we show we care? While every heartache is unique to the person going through it, there are universal emotions many of us experience during times of grief and loss. But that doesn’t help at all, and it leaves us dragging around a ton of guilt…and possibly isolating someone we love. Sometimes we ramble or, worse, say nothing and avoid the person. When someone we know suffers a loss or is going through a difficult situation, we’re often not sure what to say.
0 kommentar(er)
