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My friend keeps on being upset and i feel helpless

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I'm at her house, trying to make her feel better but i feel like she's going worse, she's spiraling. Whatever i talk about the the e, nothing, i try to distract her, nothing. I just don't know what to do. I told her im here for her and i support her and asked what i can do to help and tried to cuddle her. Nothing. She just keeps on spiraling and wanting him back and texting him and he doesn't pick. I think they need to talk but he refuses. I told her he needs a break (he said it in their chat) but she keeps on texting him. I told her to focus on herself. Tried to bring up memories before him. Nothing. I told her it's okay to feel not okay and not to blame herself. Nothing.

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Expo123

You sound like a very supportive friend. I've gone through a lot of very down periods and wish I had someone who would care about me like that. Don't be too hard on yourself. It sounds like your friend is not in a space right now where she can take in anything you are saying to her. I'm not sure how long ago this break-up happened, but you can't take on 100% of the responsibility for helping her get through this. Just keep letting her know that you're there for her and check on her whenever you can. Does she have family members or other friends who could be there for her too?

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Against_the_current in reply toExpo123

Thank you. I really needed to hear this. Yes, she does. I'm just really trying to help everyone. At the same time, trying to help my sister through the phone. Meanwhile nobody helps me. Thank you, i needed to hear something about myself

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Expo123 in reply toAgainst_the_current

I really do understand. I find myself always trying to help people and I think in some strange way I'm trying to give them the support I wish someone would give to me. I'm glad to hear that your friend has some other people who can help her as well so that you don't put too much on yourself. ❤️

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DodgeDhanda

Just be there for her at any time day or night ( not physically but when she needs ) that's the solution. U can't force her to open up or seek help , (I had to go back & double check it wasn't a he ) U may suggest it but its for her to act. Again JUST BE THERE .

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Against_the_current in reply toDodgeDhanda

That's the best i can do

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Sueislove

She is blessed beyond words to have you ❤️You sound like an incredible friend one that many in all this wished we had me included!

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Against_the_current in reply toSueislove

Aww thank you

You are a great friend

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