Some Things Can't Be Fixed, But They Can Be Held

Some Things Can't Be Fixed, But They Can Be Held

August 26, 2026 · 7 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the importance of allowing loved ones to be in their current emotional state without trying to fix their struggles.

Watching someone we love struggle can make us uncomfortable too. So we reach for advice, reassurance, or a plan, hoping to ease the uncertainty for everyone. But what if real support means resisting that urge and allowing someone to be exactly where they are? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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