VIDEO: Help with lovesickness

You have probably already experienced heartache yourself and know how bad you can feel in such a situation. The world appears gray on gray and no streak of light can be seen on the horizon. A little consolation from your best friend can then be very welcome.

Help shouldn't be imposed

• Not everyone likes to talk about their lovesickness. If you find that your best friend is unhappily in love but doesn't want to talk about it, don't push her either. Maybe she can find another way to cope with her lovesickness.
• Even if your best friend doesn't want to talk to you about her lovesickness, show her that you are there for her. So do not keep your distance, even if your best friend seems closed and inaccessible, but show her that you will offer her help at any time.
• If she wants to talk about her lovesickness, just listen to her. Hold back with comments and ratings, these are usually not very helpful for the other person, even if they are well-intentioned.
• Above all, you shouldn't put your girlfriend's situation into perspective with well-intentioned words. Avoid saying, "It'll be fine" or "It's not worth it". Your friend's emotional world will be completely different and she will not feel understood by you when you make such remarks.
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Lovesickness can last a long time

• Lovesickness can last a long time. For some it is over quickly, others struggle with their situation for months. Above all, don't be annoyed if your best friend's heartache continues for a long time and her mind only revolves around one topic.
• Even if your friend seems like a lump of mourning to you, it can be of help if you just do something nice with her. Go on a trip or even a short vacation to another location together. A change of location can provide the necessary distraction from the messy situation.
• If you've had a major lovesickness yourself, tell your friend about it. Then she does not feel alone in her situation and, above all, can recognize from you that you have apparently come out of your lovesickness again.

Mental pain can be worse than physical pain. You will prove to be a good friend when you are lovesick if you only listen to your friend when she feels the need to talk.