Share Angie
Gentle, no-pressure ways to mention Angie.
First, a gentle reminder
You're not saying "you need help." You're saying "I thought of you, and this is here if you ever want it." That's all. What they do with it is completely up to them, and that's okay.
Words you can borrow
Pick the one that sounds most like you. Change anything that doesn't.
Hey, you came to mind today. I know someone who's really easy to talk to, not therapy, just a good listener who helps you sort things out. No pressure at all, but I wanted you to have the link in case it's ever useful.
I hear you, and I'm always here. If you ever want someone besides me to think it through with, I know a life coach who really listens. Want me to send you her info? Totally fine if not.
I came across this free little guide, "5 Questions to Ask Yourself When You Feel Stuck." I thought it might be helpful, or at least interesting. No homework, I promise.
Something that's helped me lately is talking with a coach named Angie. She listens first and keeps things kind. If you're ever curious, I'm happy to tell you more.
Gentle do's and don'ts
Do
- Choose a calm, private moment
- Say it once, then let it rest
- Share your own experience if you have one
- Make it easy to say no
Try not to
- Suggest something is wrong with them
- Share their situation with Angie or anyone else
- Follow up again and again
- Take it personally if they're not interested
If they say "not right now"
That's a perfectly good answer. Thank them for listening, tell them you're still in their corner, and leave the door open. Sometimes the idea lands weeks or months later, on their own timeline.
If you're worried about their safety
Coaching is not therapy or crisis care. If your friend may be in danger or thinking about hurting themselves, call or text 988 (US) together, or reach out to someone close to them right away.
Want something simple to pass along?
The free guide is a soft place to start. There's no sign-up call and nothing to commit to.