𝑱𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝑩𝒆 𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆

My friend lost her dad recently and it shattered her heart.

I was in school yesterday when she called explaining everything that happened before her father finally kicked the bucket and immediately, my whole mood was ruined.

I couldn't concentrate in class, And I know how it feels. I have been there before, to watch your loved one slip off your hands and there's absolutely nothing you can do.

As I drove home, I thought of ways to help her and decided to do this for a period of one month. Call her everyday and say something kind to her to make her feel lighter.

I called her this morning and we spoke at length. She didn't even allow me speak because she kept expressing how hurt she was. Then I realized, I didn't need to say anything after all. Being a listener is even more important than always wanting to talk.

I understood all she wanted was to be heard and not interrupted and if possible, a shoulder to cry on.

After carrying out my house chores, I left home for her place and she was more than excited.

Her face beamed with joy. I sat right next to her and listened all over to everything she had to say.

After a while, she took a deep breath with a smile. I'm very certain it meant a lot to her.

I've made plans to call her tomorrow morning as well and just be a friend who sticks closer in times of need.

I know, no one really gets over grief as I've been there before. Time can't even heal the hurt we feel inside, it only teaches us to live without them.

For everytime we hear their name, see their picture or think of them, we shed a tear because they are just irreplaceable.

Kindness is all we need in the world right now. There's so much chaos going on and all that can make us sane is being kind to anyone we meet out there.

Staying connected to people we love too can help them cope with their anxieties or burden in their heart.

A simple gesture, short text with lots of beautiful words, daily affirmations, sharing memes or even what you think is insignificant can go a long way to make them feel lighter.

Visiting and enjoying the moment with them makes them feel loved and valued. Let's live and let others find peace around us too.