How to Console Someone's Broken Heart
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Listen without giving advice.two girls image by forca from Fotolia.com
Listen without interrupting or giving advice. Sometimes the best method of consolation involves saying nothing. - 2
Attend a concert together as healthy distraction and consolation.concert image by BlueMiniu from Fotolia.com
Offer healthy distractions such as watching a humorous movie, attending a poetry reading or a rock concert. - 3
Jog together for physical exercise and companionshipJogging image by UFO73370 from Fotolia.com
Exercise together to help your friend build up strength, confidence and a sense of empowerment. Jog together, swim or take a dance class. - 4
Let your friend cry.upset girl image by Vasiliy Koval from Fotolia.com
Allow the person to cry whenever she needs to. - 5
Touch can be therapeutic.honest hugging image by Frenk_Danielle Kaufmann from Fotolia.com
Reassure a broken-hearted friend through physical touch. Give her hugs, or a gift certificate for a massage by a professional masseur. - 6
Introduce your friend to new friends or double-date together.amazed friends image by Dmitri MIkitenko from Fotolia.com
Introduce your friend to new friends or set up a blind date. Helping a friend re-enter the dating pool can help console her.
