It's good to help people head off heartbreak.
Tom's friend Jack calls him on the phone in tears after having just been dumped by his girlfriend.
Tom wants to make Jack feel better about the break-up.
Tom goes over to Jack's house and spends time talking with and comforting him.
Tom tells Jack he should get over it because his girlfriend wasn't good for him anyway.
Jack feels supported by his friend and his mood is much improved.
Jack continues to feel sad and heartbroken and wallows for some time.