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Originally Posted by sophiesmom
Reb and East, is it possible to tell us what would help you, or what you would find comforting?
I would like to know so that I might be able to not overwhelm someone who's like this...I respect a decision and we all know what's good for ourselves, but would there be something that you would be happy for without feeling the obligation to reach out in return?
Thanks in advance and sorry for the threadjack, Hinny.
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Sorry for the delay responding. I don't always have a lot of time to spend on here and I missed this response yesterday.
For me, short conversations, a quick text or call are fine. Long conversations or outings are pretty much out because they can be exhausting and I'm generally already exhausted.
I know it's hard for the friend who isn't struggling with MI to deal with a friend who is. My biggest piece of advice is don't give up on your friend, continue leading your life, but leave an opening for him or her to slip back into your life when ready. Reach out just to say Hi once in awhile.