I just received an email from the friend of someone who is facing divorce. She asked how she should handle the situation. I guess her question dumbfounded me but I will attempt to answer.
A few suggestions for how to handle a friend’s divorce:
- Be there for her.
- Don’t assume it is her fault.
- Don’t talk about her behind her back.
- Don’t bring up the subject of divorce.
- Don’t share gossip with her.
- Don’t assume divorce is an easy process.
- Don’t judge her.
- Don’t tell her what to do.
- Don’t exclude her from usual social situations.
- Don’t preach to her.
- If she asks, answer truthfully.
- Don’t look down on her.
- Listen to her.
- Show how much you love her.
- Show how much you love her children.
- Don’t take sides against her.
- Let her cry on your shoulder.
- Let her show her anger.
- Be understanding.
- Don’t write her off.
If you can think of any others, please send me a message.
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