Sometimes all we need is for someone to understand what we are going through. No words. No changing the subject. Instead, a hand on the shoulder. A hug. Smile. Touch on the hand. Don’t try to give me advice. Do not say “I told you so.” Do not say, “when I was your age.” Or “that happened to me too” and turn the focus onto you. Nor “just think happy thoughts.”
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