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Why Helping Others Feels Impossible (And How to Change That)
Spoiler: It’s not about saying the right things.
Addison Collingsworth
November 29, 2024
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On a quiet Sunday afternoon, your scrolling comes to a halt. A friend’s post leaps off the screen—their pain is raw, unfiltered, and impossible to ignore.
Your heart aches, and you want to help. But as you type out a supportive message, you hesitate. What if I say the wrong thing? What if I make it worse? Perhaps you’ve reached out, only to be met with silence—or worse, rejection. It leaves you wondering, was it worth it?
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