When you’
re going through a tough time and need to talk to someone. Then that someone turns and says your problems aren’
t as bad, that theirs are far worse than yours. Leaving you feeling guilty for how you’
re feeling.
You: Sue, I just
lost my job and I think I have the virus.
Sue: No big
deal, I have diabetes, and heart problems and my cat died last week. I would feel blessed if I was in your place.
You: Dang Sue, this ain'
t hardship olympics. Friends should be there to listen to each other. All you had to say was “You’ll get through this, I believe in you” .