I am so happy you are starting to feel better.. it took me so long to learn this lesson you have discussed here, just listen and be there for someone vs trying to fix them. as you said, most of us already know the answer, and we just need someone to listen and hold us.

I have been in so many situations where I thought the only way out, was really out.. luckily the dark eventually lifted, but when its dark it is so dark it is hard to see the other side.

Sending you healing prayers.