Anyone who knows me likely has had a glimpse into my loyal nature. I stand by my friends through the thick and thin. It takes me a long, long time to walk away. I'm not saying I'm like this with everyone because I'm not. Friendship is a two-way street in my opinion, not just one that takes. Relationships have an ebb and flow to them, so at times one person may need more "taking" than "giving" but it evens out. Or will eventually.
Given the above statements, when I see friends or loved ones hurting I struggle with staying neutral. I tend to worry, want to find ways to be supportive and more times than not harbour some ill feelings towards those who are causing the misery (if that's the root). I know it's not useful but it's me acting protective. I take sides.
Right now, I'm facing a situation where I am finding it tough to be charitable. It's not towards someone who I'm close to so it is not a central piece of my life. It is someone with whom I need to have a decent rappore though. It's also with someone who I think is in need of help.
Generally, when it comes to mental health issues, I am very open and understanding. I am finding it tough to be that way at the moment. I am frustrated, worried and at a bit of a loss about how to deal with it all. I think what's making it all worse is watching someone I love be torn apart because of someone else's issues. Watching kids be subjected to things they shouldn't see or hear at such a young age.
I think what is the most frustrating is watching someone clearly in need of help refuse to seek it. And everyone else suffers.
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