Is someone you care about suffering from depression? Here are some tips: 1. Don't try to be strong by using phrases like "pull yourself up by your bootstraps and be tough." Watch what you say despite your good intentions because you will tend to say the wrong thing many times and be discouraging. 2. Don't get so involved and frustrated by your friend's seeming lack of optimism and confidence that you wind up arguing with your friend--especially about what to do or not do. 3. Do not join your depressed friend in depression--remember that depression is contagious and that your friend's feelings are not your feelings. Most importantly, encourage them to get help. Marigold Whole Life Centre offers a FREE 20 min consultation. If they are open to it, help make an appointment or even offer to go along. Visit http://qoo.ly/qbtq5 for more information. #mentalhealth#counselling#marigoldwholelife#therapy#depression