I thought I would go check out the drphil.com website, considering he is one person I actually do like because he has thrown out his theoretical bible of doctorate knowledge and instead uses his education with commonsense to get real solutions and workable outcomes. I found this piece to be interesting regarding supporting others.
Developing a support system- You have to be willing to ask for help. It doesn't make you weak; it's OK to let people give you what they can.
- Be open and honest about what you need.
- The benefit of a support system is that your whole network won't be down on the same day. When you really need support, someone will be there.
- Expect ups and downs over the following months, but trust that the pain will gradually lessen.
Giving support to a grieving friend.- Be available.
- Remember that your friend is in a very different place emotionally.
- If you're not sure what to say or do, just ask. Say, "Do you feel like talking about this right now?" If they do, be there for them.
- If they don't want to discuss their heartache, don't press the issue. Let them know that you are there for them regardless.
- Don't treat your friend like an invalid. Encourage him or her to get out and get busy doing day-to-day activities.
- Be supportive, but not smothering.
- Recognize that you may need your own support system. Sometimes you can give support, and other times you'll need to receive it. Don't expect yourself to always be the leader.
- Watch out for a shift into depression. If you see your friend withdrawing into an emotion fetal position, it's time to intervene.
Source: Drphil.com
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