Listening to Your Loved Ones with Mental Health Issues
- Collins Emerhi
- Dec 4, 2018
- 1 min read
Updated: Dec 28, 2018
Most of the time, your loved ones just need someone who is willing to listen to them, not judge them. However, we often mistook listening with giving pieces of advice which may be unsolicited.
Instead of judging your loved ones, you have to make them feel like you understand and accept them, whatever they may be going through. Active listening encompasses both verbal and non-verbal gestures including eye contact and more.
Make sure to listen attentively.
Battling Mental Health Issues Through Sharing
Keep in mind: you are not alone in this battle. Share your experiences to those you trust or listen to the experiences of others. Try to gain more understanding about what you are going through and be proactive in helping yourself.
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