constant struggle that impacts their quality of life and thinking DAILY. Having a dismissive attitude to their agony only belittles their struggle and makes them feel even more alone in this battle. By listening not to respond but to understand you might be able to help someone or even help yourself.
3.Be Present and Active
In a world driven by technology we’re guilty of impersonal “check-ins.” Meaning we text our loved ones instead of calling or stopping by. The culture of the world currently is so busy, busy, busy. Slowing down and be present and an active figure in your friend or family members life can mean the world of difference. When depression rears its ugly head sometimes all that’s needed is just a warm smile or positive attitude. It’s pretty difficult to show that warming smile through text or email. Be present. Be active.
4. Cut Them Some Slack
Understanding depression also means understanding that people who are battling their own thoughts won’t always be happy go lucky and can sometimes be considered a negative Nancy.
Being too hard on them for their disposition is the same as not being compassionate or empathetic to their struggle. The key to support is being understanding. Some days they will be the most negative and not the most fun; there will also be other days where they are on top of the world. As a friend, spouse, or family member it’s our duty is to ride this rollercoaster with them judgment free.
In the end, our support can really be life or death for them.
Death has an interesting way of