How to REALLY Listen to Someone Who Needs It (8 Tips in 30 Seconds)

When someone needs our emotional support, we often don't know what to do or say to be the most helpful. They might be struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, being overwhelmed by life, or other issues. How we interact with them is an opportunity to show that we care and to help them feel heard and understood. In this video, I cover 8 tips for how to actively listen and validate someone so that they feel heard and supported.

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I'm Dr. Jeff Knuppel, a psychiatrist (M.D.) with over 20 years of practice experience. I'm a licensed healthcare professional (physician) in Wisconsin, USA. My goal is to create helpful and interesting videos about mental health and self-improvement. If these topics interest you, please subscribe so that you don't miss any new videos when they are released. Thank you!

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