How to help a loved one?
Hi all ♡
I recently started dating someone that I love to pieces. We are getting to do many fun things together, but also more than with anyone else in my life, I want to be there for the hard times, too. He very recently lost someone, and I'm getting to see the strokes of color come back into his life.
His house really needs some love. I know depression and grief kicks people in the ass. I want to help without being pushy. I don't judge at all, but want him to have a place to land that is cozy and safe.
Tips on how to offer without causing any offense? So far, I have been making us both bentos for work! And when I stayed over the other night, as thanks for his housemate making dinner, I did a little extra dishes. We are also planning a date to plant a low maintenance garden, with flowers in his mom's favorite colors, and work on the outside.
I know grief is not something that resolves overnight. Everything is just going to be day by day. Looking for more ideas like packed lunches or the garden that could be something happy :)