This story always reminds me of how to treat others and how I like to be treated.

A guy, I'll name him Bob, Bob was depressed. And from the beginning of the depression he couldn't do anything at all. He's usually couldn't leave his house to do menial tasks.

Everyone he knew wanted to help him with ideas, advise and suggestions. Like, read this book cuz it helped me so much. Or, this therapist or psychiatrist is amazing. Medication... Gym... Daily lists... Etc.

He tried some but none helped and eventually he wouldn't even want to pick up these friend's phone calls anymore. It was too strenuous. Too heavy.

One friend though, he sent a message to Bob and said "I have an hour free tomorrow. Can I come visit? We'll do only what you want, even if it's to sit silently together." Bob said yes.

This friend came over to Bob's every week, only once a week and always for about an hour. He gave no advise or suggestions or ideas. He just hung out with Mr. Bob, like a regular friend does.

Thankfully, Bob did somehow come out of his depression. And what he had to say was that out of all of his support group, only that one friend made him feel pleasant during that difficult time.

End.

For me it's because there was no pressure and no guilt. Just love and friendship. He gave Bob his time and 'said', "I value you for you and that's enough for me."

So for whoever is reading this, I promise that I value you for you, and who you are right now is enough for me. I promise. You as you are have enough value for me to feel the want to share this with you because it might make you feel a little better, and I truly hope you feel good/better 😊

Sending love 💕 and warmth💟 and hugs 🤗