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How do I help a friend whose marriage is failing?
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Start by listening to your friend. Give them a safe space to talk and really listen to what they are saying. Show that you are available to offer advice and support whenever they need it. 2 Reach out to other sources of help like marriage counselors, religious leaders, or therapists. Encourage your friend to seek professional help; simply talking it out can be extremely beneficial. 3 Suggest tangible solutions and compromises, like counseling or setting boundaries. Your friend may need help seeing the different perspectives of their situation and providing useful suggestions can help them gain clarity. 4 Offer tangible support, whether it be childcare, finding a therapist, or helping around the house. This can be a big help and shift the emotions surrounding their situation.5 Finally, remind your friend that it’s okay to experience difficult feelings even when the marriage is in trouble. Being compassionate and understanding can be very helpful in this kind of situation.