Quote by Henri Nouwen

When we honestly ask ourselves which person in our lives mean the most to us, we often find that it is those who, instead of giving advice, solutions, or cures, have chosen rather to share our pain and touch our wounds with a warm and tender hand. The friend who can be silent with us in a moment of despair or confusion, who can stay with us in an hour of grief and bereavement, who can tolerate not knowing, not curing, not healing and face with us the reality of our powerlessness, that is a friend who cares.

When we honestly ask ourselves which person in our lives mea

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of empathy and emotional support in our relationships. It suggests that the people who have the greatest impact on our lives are not necessarily the ones who offer solutions or try to fix our problems, but rather those who empathetically share our pain and offer comfort. A true friend is someone who can understand our struggles and be there for us without judgment, simply providing a warm and caring presence. They don't try to fix everything but rather embrace our vulnerability and stand beside us through the difficult times, showing that they genuinely care.

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By Henri Nouwen

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