How to Support a Loved One with Depression Without Burning Out
Watching someone you love struggle with depression can be heartbreaking—and exhausting.
You might feel helpless, confused, or resentful. It’s important to show compassion, but also to protect your own mental health.
How to Help Without Losing Yourself:
Listen without fixing: Let them express feelings without offering solutions
Educate yourself: Learn about depression’s symptoms and treatments
Encourage help: Gently suggest therapy or medical support
Set boundaries: Your needs matter too
Practice self-care: You can’t pour from an empty cup
Being present doesn’t mean being everything. Support is most sustainable when shared and balanced.