✅ Daily Living Skills (ADLs & IADLs) *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

13.56 – How to Ask for a Supportive Listener, Not Advice: Sometimes you need someone to listen, not solve. Expressing this clearly prevents frustration on both sides. Say, “I just need to vent for a few minutes; I’m not looking for solutions right now.” This sets healthy expectations and invites empathy over instruction. Choosing listeners who respect silence helps emotional processing flow naturally. When people understand their role, conversations feel safe and validating. Listening itself is healing because it allows emotions to move without judgment. Thank the person afterward for simply being present—it reinforces that quiet support matters. Avoid sharing with those who constantly interrupt or redirect focus to themselves. Setting this communication boundary protects your emotional energy. Over time, asking for the type of support you need improves relationships and teaches others how to show up effectively. True support often comes not from advice, but from patience, presence, and unconditional listening.

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