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what do you do when someone asks for emotional support when you don't know them well, and are awkward in emotional situations??

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Anonymous #2

Original post by Anonymous

what do you do when someone asks for emotional support when you don't know them well, and are awkward in emotional situations??

Idk, listen to them? And offer emotional support?

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Anonymous #3

Original post by Anonymous

what do you do when someone asks for emotional support when you don't know them well, and are awkward in emotional situations??

Or direct them towards other sources of help, eg a therapist if it is serious. Otherwise, just listen and be there for them

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Anonymous #1

Original post by Anonymous

Or direct them towards other sources of help, eg a therapist if it is serious. Otherwise, just listen and be there for them

Original post by Anonymous

Idk, listen to them? And offer emotional support?

I listened (obviously), but I just didnt know what to say afterwards...

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Anonymous #3

Original post by Anonymous

I listened (obviously), but I just didnt know what to say afterwards...

It can be tricky, I'd probably acknowledge how they are feeling and express sympathy, say that their feelings are valid, and then maybe try and give advice, although you don't have to

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Anonymous #2

Original post by Anonymous

I listened (obviously), but I just didnt know what to say afterwards...

Acknowledging their feelings and trying to understand them is the main thing. You don’t need to offer advice or anything just be someone they can talk to.

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Anonymous #1

Original post by Anonymous

It can be tricky, I'd probably acknowledge how they are feeling and express sympathy, say that their feelings are valid, and then maybe try and give advice, although you don't have to