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Support Them
Some people find it hard to ask for help, so don’t leave them to struggle on their own. Should you observe unusual behaviour, consider if this could be a signal that someone needs your help. Don’t assume you should wait to be asked.
Reach Out
In difficult times, social boundaries shift, and we don’t always want to turn to our closest friends. It can be easier to tell your problems to an acquaintance, or colleague, if you feel they won’t judge you. Be receptive to everyone, not just your closest friends. You might just be the lifeline that a colleague needs.
Be Nostalgic
When a person is feeling low, it’s important for them to remember the positive aspects of their life. Try asking: ‘When and where are you happiest?’ Reflecting on happier times instantly heightens our mood. Reinforce happy memories with small prompts such as photographs or old ticket stubs from special occasions.
Enlist Others
Supporting someone can feel like a burden, so get the back-up you need. Look at what resources are available to you. It’s important to get other friends involved, whether they act as a cheering diversion, or simply make themselves available for you to offload on at the end of the day.
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GREAT WAYS TO CHEER UP YOUR PRECIOUS OTHER HALF
THE ART OF TELLING A GOOD JOKE
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