All You Have To Do Is Listen

What I’ve learned over the years is that what matters most is offering a small gesture. A simple, “How are you doing” usually does more than enough. For those of you reading this that have struggled with mental health, you know that reaching out for help is the hardest part. I quickly learned that when you start the conversation with someone that is struggling, you can make a larger impact than you think just by asking them how they are. You never know what someone is going through and how badly they wish someone would just reach out to them.

I’ve also learned that listening is one of the best things you can do when someone is telling you about their own troubles. As the listener, you’re in a position where the other person feels comfortable enough to talk to you. That doesn’t come easily. It’s easy to get lost in conversation and compare your situation to theirs to make them feel comfortable. But I’ve learned before you do that just sit there and listen. When that person has the freedom to share whatever their going through it’s a form of release for them. And I would say more times than not just by you listening you’re helping them more than you know. If you learn anything form this, it’s just about listening.

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