We all experience tough chapters in life, and no one wishes this for themselves and others, but it happens--tough times occur.
I was reminded of this recently when I spoke to a person experiencing a tough chapter. She was somewhat angry, frustrated, and lost--the toughness of her life right now has made it difficult for her to see over that challenge wall. I've been there. I know what that's like.
Rarely can we change a tough chapter for a friend or loved one--typically these times are as natural as our good and usual times in life. These are the storms that help us to see the light, make decisions and eventually move ahead.
So when our friends meet with hard chapters, it is important to be available to listen. It is also important to offer a good time and some comfort. And of course, we have to be respectful of the challenge knowing that it's rare that we'll be able to fix the problem since most issues have to run their course. Onward.