How To Help Someone With Their Mental Health When You’re Struggling Too

How can you help a loved one who is struggling with their mental health when you’re struggling too? John shares helpful advice in providing comfort, reassurance, and compassion to your friends or family during bad days.  Checking in on them is a great start and a good conversation can be encouraging. Feelings are always valid, but coming up with a solution shouldn’t be your top priority. The best way to address grieving or anxious moments in life is to listen, to share what’s bothering you if you’re comfortable doing so, and seek to understand and be there for each other. [Timestamps] [0:24] How do you help your family and friends when you’re also struggling? [1:57] It’s okay to deal with our emotions because we are humans. [2:35] Empathizing is the first step. [5:01] Don’t come up with solutions. [6:15] Be quick to listen. [7:49] The goal is to offer support. [8:30] Our feelings are valid. [10:13] How do you listen actively? [13:00] Ask them about how they’re doing. [15:05] Reassure them of your presence. [17:54] What happens when you accidentally come up with a solution? [19:17] Know where you are in your mental health journey. [21:21] Be compassionate to yourself and to others. [24:30] Subscribe to the podcast for similar episodes. Rate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here  www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new.  Your review will really help the show reach more people - thank you! Learn more about John: www.johncordray.com Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help. Smells Like Humans Like listening to funny friends discuss curious human behavior. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the showRate the show: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider providing an honest rating of the show here www.mentalhealthtodayshow.com/reviews/new . Disclaimer: The Mental Health Today Show is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as therapy. If you are seeking therapy, please contact a licensed therapist for help. Ready for weekly tips to quiet overthinking and reclaim mental freedom? Subscribe to The Mental Freedom newsletter, actionable insights delivered for high achievers and overthinkers. Sign up here: https://johncordray.me/subscribe From John Cordray, LPC – Creator of MyndStill app @JohnCordrayLPC on X/LinkedIn Informational support only—not a substitute for professional therapy.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy