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How to support friends through difficult times (3)

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Good morning everyone. It's another day to be grateful for. Yesterday,we read the story of Emily and Sarah. Today,let's see some lessons we can learn from the story so we can incorporate it into our friendship and relationship as well.


1. Be Present and Listen


One of the most important things Emily did for Sarah was to simply be there for her. She would visit Sarah, sit beside her, and listen as Sarah shared her thoughts and feelings. Emily didn't try to offer solutions or minimize Sarah's pain. Instead, she provided a compassionate and non-judgmental space for Sarah to express her grief.


Lesson: When your friend is going through a difficult time, make yourself available. Be present, listen, and resist the urge to provide unsolicited advice. Your friend needs your empathy and understanding more than anything else.


2. Offer Practical Help


As Sarah grieved, she found it difficult to manage her daily responsibilities, such as cooking, cleaning, and attending classes. Emily stepped in and helped by preparing meals, tidying up Sarah's apartment, and sharing her class notes. These acts of kindness allowed Sarah to focus on her healing process.


Lesson: Offer practical help to your friend when they are going through a tough time. It can be as simple as running errands, helping with chores, or offering a ride to a medical appointment.


3. Encourage Self-Care


As Sarah's grief began to consume her, Emily noticed that her friend was neglecting her own well-being. She gently reminded Sarah about the importance of self-care and encouraged her to take small steps, such as going for a walk, eating healthy meals, and getting enough sleep.


Lesson: Encourage your friend to practice self-care, even when they might not feel like it. A gentle nudge in the right direction can do wonders for their emotional and physical health.


I hope you find this interesting and educative. See you tomorrow for more.


Bye!



-Nelsonugo ✌️

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