COMPASSION IS A LANGUAGE

Recently one of my friends who has been fighting a terrible disease for years shared with me the clinical aspect of caring for someone who is fighting the same sickness. We both know someone who is wrestling with the illness. As she spoke water began running from her eyes even though she wasn’t crying. One of the biggest takeaways is that if someone is going through chemotherapy don’t call and ask “How you feel today.” Instead, ask if they need something or find out if they wish to talk. If you know someone is going through hardship you are aware that they are not feeling well. So asking about his or her feelings will trigger frustration. If they were a miserable person before the treatment, they would be twice as irritating. Work with them the best way you can until they are well. Compassion is a language. Speak it.