Hi there,
This may be obvious to you all, but I'd like to ask what sort of words are the most effective when soothing your sufferer?
My communication skills seem to be not so great during this process. Things work best for us when I say nothing at all to be honest.
But, if you know of any comforting things to say- that have truly soothed your friend/spouse...would you please let me know. He seemed to respond when I told him that I will always be there for him. Which I will if I survive his therapy. He looks ill if I tell him I love him. I'd just like to know what they need to hear- that doesn't push them away.
I ask this so I don't mess it up. I am trying to control my emotions and just be there for him. But, I start off great then seem to slide during conversations.
We have gradually started communicating again, and I will be seeing him in 3 weeks. So, I'd appreciate any assistance I can get.
Thank you,
nyc
This may be obvious to you all, but I'd like to ask what sort of words are the most effective when soothing your sufferer?
My communication skills seem to be not so great during this process. Things work best for us when I say nothing at all to be honest.
But, if you know of any comforting things to say- that have truly soothed your friend/spouse...would you please let me know. He seemed to respond when I told him that I will always be there for him. Which I will if I survive his therapy. He looks ill if I tell him I love him. I'd just like to know what they need to hear- that doesn't push them away.
I ask this so I don't mess it up. I am trying to control my emotions and just be there for him. But, I start off great then seem to slide during conversations.
We have gradually started communicating again, and I will be seeing him in 3 weeks. So, I'd appreciate any assistance I can get.
Thank you,
nyc