I think listening is the best response we can give.  I'm talking
about really listening deeply, to their feelings behind the
words;  not just listening while we try to think of what we'll say
next.  Just being there with the person is the best gift we can give.

Peggy

At 10:41 AM 12/31/2005, you wrote:
>What is a good response when someone we love is depressed?  I realize we
>can't say "Just snap out of it, do something, get over it" but what can we
>do!!!
>Rhonda