Life advice from a guy that has had a ton of practice.
When someone near and dear to you is having a tough time. The only legitimate question you can ask is, "How can I help?" Then listen very carefully. Do not offer advise, unless directly asked for. Do not try to fix the problem. Your job is to give them your complete undivided attention.
Rarely is swift action called for.
*(don't plain the revenge, that only makes it premeditated)*
@corlin
I wanna have a coffee with you one day, sir.