Sometimes, just being there makes all the difference in the world.

Not my own clever creation of words in the perfect little phrase…but, instead a fairly common sentiment. I would; however, wholeheartedly agree.

• Your mere presence.
• Showing (and having) empathy.
• Acknowledgment.
• Recognition that things are not right, or at the edge of becoming overwhelming.
• Being a cheerleader.
• Dancing with them…not pointing and saying “oh, please stop.”
• Listening.
• Not judging.
• Holding their hand.
• A shoulder to cry on, and maybe someone to cry with…
• Keeping quiet and not trying to solve the problem, give advice or find the answer.

Just being there can be enough, but if you can do more – and it will actually help more, then do it. Chances are, you probably don’t have to do anything else.

~ Dawn aka Hat Girl