How can I help a depressed friend online?
One thing I’ve noticed my friend do is that she makes funny videos of herself either saying or doing stupid shit that she knows will make the other person laugh. I’ve received wayy too many of these unintentionally and eventually today we’re at a stage where I have her picture in the snapchat dog filter as my wallpaper for it makes me laugh everytime I look at it.On a much more serious note, we could start by using “we” instead of “you” for then they know that they aren’t alone. Listen to what they have to say.Don’t probe unless necessary, have them pour their heart out to you.Its no longer about what could have been the scenario, but more about what can be done at the moment, what they could essentially look forward to. Remind them of all the good times that you’ve had together. Everything that’d bring them to smile out of genuinity. Remember not to stray into an area that eventually turned sour for it will only worsen the situation.Always show them that better days await them for Luke from college always said “This too shall pass.” It’s true.Having them skype you to talk to them at midnight isn’t something that’s unheard of.Let them know that you are willing to do anything and everything for them which is true for you wouldn’t be asking this question otherwise.Let them know how important they are, for you, for the people they’re around with, most importantly themselves.Know that the world is filled with beautiful people, some of which get depressed over measly reasons that barely hamper their mission in life. Our time is expensive to waste it on regretting anything that barely affects our future.That’s right. We’re in this together.There’s always someone else who’s had it worse and if not you’re going to be the person that sets the bar high for everyone else. I have faith in you.I believe in you for you help the world become a better place.I believe in you for you are who you are.I don’t know you or your friend but I wish you guys all the very best.I hope your friend feels better.
How do help a depressed friend?
stare at him with a big smile on your face he wont help but smile back
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