Do you ask anyone from your heart to know how they are feeling? Not just to know the answer but to know the reality so you can help. This question is not to make you feel guilty but you make you realize. Because I was the same before and learned how bad it can be as a human being.
Do you believe, we can be very far even staying physically close? It can be your partner, your friends, or anyone. It's because we never feel the need to support them in advance. We wait for the moment to let them ask for help. Many times you will notice how people hide their true feeling just because of this. And not just others we also do the same. But we can start the culture to actively ask if anyone needs help. And to do so, we need to start listening actively.
It's not similar to put our nose on anyone's business. Because you shouldn't interrupt other's life. But you can ask politely and only choose to do so with people you have a good bonding with.
So, what to ask?
- Ask them if they are feeling okay. If there anything you can help. Reflect that you are there to help not just to know the facts and make laugh with it. Show your compassion and never tie it with what you think as per your experience. Listen carefully and show that you are truly listening. Try to really understand them so you can help.
Moreover, if you can't help, just listen. Sometimes it's enough to help others, comfort them, and give them a positive feeling. Believe me, if you show this kindness people will show the same to you. Maybe not the same people but you can start this amazing practice in your life. It will surely bring care, love, and happiness in our lives.