Having a supportive person to talk to when you’re feeling depressed can help ease the symptoms a little. There are no magic words that will make someone feel better and it can be tough to know what to say to someone that is suffering. In my opinion, avoiding the subject is the worst tactic. It breeds guilt within the sufferer and makes them feel like an outsider, which can end up pushing them further away.
When I feel helpless and upset it’s important that I feel comforted, even when I can’t explain exactly what the problem is. If you know someone who deals with depression take the time to ask them if they are OK and tell them that you’re there for them. Even these few simple words can make them feel less alone.
Here are some helpful things to say to someone who is struggling. This is by no means a complete list of what to say – it’s just a few things that have worked for me.
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