Ways To Help People Without Fixing Their Problems

Mental HealthSelf Care
Written By kym ventola

What to say:

  • "I can hear you struggling with this"

  • "That sounds difficult for you"

  • "How have you thought about resolving this?"

  • "I don't have the answers for you, but I can listen as you share"

  • "What are some solutions you considered?"

What to do:

  • Sit with them

  • Offer a hug

  • Listen to them

  • Be present

  • Ask them how they feel

  • Help them explore options


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