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Old Sep 24, 2018, 06:18 PM
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I have found that a good way to be supportive is with some sense of detachment. That includes active listening. It includes not searching one ounce for job prospects. It includes relating regarding personality styles etc in workplace comparisons.
I've seen 2 partners in my life reach earning potentials that they never thought possible, so I suggest these things from experience. Neither had ideal life stories.