Hi Ozzie
I dont think I would ever beileve that listening, being empathetic and caring is enabling. I dont think any of here, try to "do" the work that someone needs to do themselves, but I would like to think that if I need to talk, someone is going to listen and hear. I dont want advice, nor do I want to be told what to do. When it comes right down to it, I always know...deep down in my heart what it is I need to do. All I am ever looking for is a friendly ear.
To turn someonw away...(I got your analogy re: returning soldiers) is nothing short of cruel. Thats just me though, and others are entitled to another opinion.
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