Helping Someone Who is Depressed

Some things to keep in mind if you know someone who is suffering from depression:

First of all, this isn’t a case of the blues.  It isn’t a passing mood.  Clinical depression does have its ups and downs, but the person suffering won’t just “get over it.”
Second of all, the person may push you away.  People [...]

52 Ways to Say I Love You

Take the time to really listen to those closest to you.  Listen – don’t necessarily rush in to fix things;  sometimes people just need a friendly, attentive ear.
If there is a chore the person really dislikes, take over doing it – permanently or for a set period of time.
Cook a favorite meal.
Leave love notes for [...]