How to Help a Friend Who Recently Broke Up With Her Boyfriend
There is no better medicine than the kind words of a trusted friend. If you have a friend suffering from a broken heart, it is your job to help them see the light at the end of the tunnel. Be a shoulder to cry on and a pillar of strength to make the transition to single life a little less difficult. Before you know it, you'll have your old friend back and the two of you can get back to the business of having fun.
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Listen without judgment. Your friend may have good days and bad days, and it is up to you to have the patience to help her through both.
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Hand out advice with caution. She may not like what you have to say, and that could make the situation worse.
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Avoid making negative comments about the ex-boyfriend. The two may get back together one day, and you'll be left looking like the bad guy.
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Boost her self-esteem. Remind her of all the good qualities she possesses that did not go away just because her relationship did.
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Do little things every day to help her get in a good mood. Give her a bouquet of flowers. Take her to the movies when the blues set in. Send her a letter that will make her smile. Fill her day with distractions so she won't wallow in misery.
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Encourage her to start dating again when she is ready. Do not let anyone else pressure her to find a new relationship either.
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Keep her away from alcohol and drugs. These vices merely give a temporary escape from the problem and will cause more damage in the long run.
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Encourage her to seek professional help if she begins showing signs of depression. These signs include loss of interest in everyday activities, irritability, insomnia, loss of appetite, fatigue and thoughts of suicide.
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