[FeelingHopeful]

Hey guys. I told my friend about this site. Dont know if he will use it. Im hoping.I told him because I know its hard for him to talk about stuff in real life and i thought maybe here he could find someone who is like him and could understand and he could get good advice from them. Was that ok , not out of line? Im missing him so very much! Anyway i can help even from a distance now I try. Missing him.

[phoenix47baby]

Dear FeelingSad,

That was the sweetest thing you could have done for him. I just recommended the site to someone today, also!

[lynxlover]

You are a true friend. Your friend is very lucky to have you and I hope he knows it.

[lonegael]

Just perfect! Feeling sad, you have excellent instincts!

[lostandscared54]

Doesn't sound pushy to me

[billieJ]

You done good! He will no doubt find not only support but kinship among others who share his symptoms. Well done! ~ billieJ

[Haze-N-Rave]

I think suggesting the site was a great idea! Joining was one of the best decisions I have made in working with being bipolar. I was hesitant at first, and maybe a little embarrased, but it has opened my eyes remarkably.

[FeelingHopeful]

Thank you Haze N Rave, I guess Im nervous Because I think he is still afraid to open up and I didnt want to seem like I was pushing if he isnt ready, But I wanted him to know there are people out there and groups and sites like this that can help.Im praying he will come here, think it could really help, He means an awful lot gto me and when I see him struggle with stuff, depression etc, its so hard to not cry and just wanna hug him, Im so glad this is helping you! Glad you decided to join.

[FeelingHopeful]

Thank you Billie J and lost and scared too!!

Originally Posted by FeelingSad

... I guess Im nervous Because I think he is still afraid to open up and I didnt want to seem like I was pushing if he isnt ready, But I wanted him to know there are people out there and groups and sites like this that can help....

Ahhh, see, that's the beauty of it! He *doesn't* have to open up if he's not ready. He *doesn't* need to post. But he can still read, even without joining (I did for quite some time before feeling comfortable...). Just seeing how people go through so many of the same things is a huge comfort. That is there for him without him having to say one single thing.

And if he does read, he may one day feel compelled to offer comfort or a shared experience with someone, and maybe even join. And even if he never does, it is still here for him. And you let him know about this wonderful place. No need to second guess *any* of this. You are a good friend.