When there were periods of crisis, you stood beside him. When there were periods of happiness, you laughed with him. And when there were periods of sorrow, you comforted him.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- True support means being present during crises, happiness, and sorrow alike.
- In plain terms
- Stand by people in hard times, good times, and sad times.
- What can you take from it?
- Offer consistent support regardless of the situation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who stands by you in crisis?
- How can you show up better?
Another view
Being present requires time and energy that not everyone has.
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