We do not know what others are going through, having good relationships with friends and families doesn’t mean you know all about them. We must learn to respect each other’s decision, whatever it maybe. We can do our best to be there for them when the need arises; to let them know - “I am here when you are ready”.
Being there to support, doesn’t mean we must be physically present (as much as it would be a positive thing) face to face contact can be powerful. We can take advantage of technology if needs be; we can text, voice note or a simple call to see how someone is doing…Let people in your relationship know that you care about them. So often, people suffer in silence, it is during these times when painful things are happening to them and around them, they need someone. When someone becomes too quiet in your relationship seek to understand why, try not to pry, but rather give support the best way you can.
Sometimes the wound is so deep you cannot tell it all, but you don’t have to suffer in silence. It is not too late to get help, there are professionals or Practitioners in Counselling, Mediators, you can even get a trusted friend that will listen.
About the host:
Jennifer Beckford is the founder of the Nicholas Stewart Project, a loving mother, and a believer in the power of community development and its resilience.
For as long as she can remember, Jennifer has been passionate about helping others. Throughout her adult life, she continues to give her time in the service of helping others, even when, on occasions, it seems impossible!
Jennifer says: “I feel compelled to do at least one voluntary task each week”.
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