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    Oli posted a new activity comment 4 years, 11 months ago

    In reply to: Ember posted an update How can I help those who are depressed when they don’t listen to my suggestions? I want to be a good listener but it’s hard when those I care about don’t seem to think that I do. What can I […] View

    Be as compassionate, empathetic and loving as you can @ember1000, let venters know that you truly want to help them and see them happy Ember, share positive experiences that have helped you overcome difficult moments in your life, try to relate to them as much as you can Ember, always listen and understand too, don’t be afraid to ask them…[Read more]
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    Oli posted a new activity comment 4 years, 11 months ago

    In reply to: Ember posted an update Thanks Oli View

    Glad I could help you and make you feel happier @ember1000, always be the awesome, fantastic and special person that you are Ember, feel free to inbox me anytime if you want to chat or vent, stay strong, you are never alone :) (hugs)
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    Fading Echo posted a new activity comment 4 years, 11 months ago

    In reply to: Ember posted an update Thanks Oli View

    Ditto, @ember1000. @oliver does so much for us all.
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    rinseandrep posted a new activity comment 4 years, 11 months ago

    In reply to: Ember posted an update As a listener, does anybody get venters who ask personal questions about their life? What do I do in those situations without appearing like you’re blowing the venter off? View

    @ember1000 (assuming we are not talking about people trying to guess if you are the woman they are looking to flirt with, or creeps in general who want to talk about sex for their own excitement) maybe try to answer honestly, keeping it as vague as you feel comfortable with. If you have some specific example it can be easier to answer you.
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    Oli posted a new activity comment 4 years, 11 months ago

    In reply to: Ember posted an update As a listener, does anybody get venters who ask personal questions about their life? What do I do in those situations without appearing like you’re blowing the venter off? View

    I would try to answer the venters questions only if you feel comfortable enough too @ember1000, personally I have never had that in my experience as a listener, but if I did, I would try to share similar experiences with the venter so we can bond and I can try to help them as much as I can, thank you for always being the kind listener that you are…[Read more]