What is the best way to support others?
It's natural for people to want us to support all that they are and what they do, but for some of us, it's impossible to support actions and words that work against what supports the best of who people can be. I can't support verbal or physical abuse, cheating, most lawlessness, greed, bigotry or senseless hate. I can't turn a blind eye to actions or words that harm and hurt others as I believe when we turn a blind eye and stay silent in the face of harm like that, the harm just grows creating a hurtful world.
How can we support the best of whom people are and what they want to do?
Acknowledge people's gifts and contributions
To honestly and meaningfully acknowledge the good that people do for themselves and others is positive.
Ask people questions about who they are and what they desire
Showing interest in people's personal quests and directions is positive.
Give people the space and time they need to live their lives
Honor and respect people's individuality
Be responsible about your own life so you're not an unnecessary burden on others
