Yesterday I had a conversation that was both heartbreaking and heartwarming. Heartbreaking because I had a glimpse into someone’s inner feelings and could sense the pain they have been in. Heartwarming because this person trusted in me enough to bare their soul. I came away from this with an ache for their state of mind yet a slightly better understanding of what someone else was going through. At the same time I recognized a renewed confidence in each of our ability to be there for one another.

For so long I have questioned if anyone would ever say to me “Everything is going to be alright”. I still do. But in this moment that was eclipsed by the need to reassure someone else and tell them that everything is going to be okay. I certainly can’t guarantee anything but I can be the best person possible for someone in need. Maybe telling someone else that everything is going to be alright is equal to telling myself the same thing.