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How do I help my boyfriend? His parents are divorcing and he's taking it hard

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Question - (31 January 2013) 5 Answers - (Newest, 5 February 2013)
A female United States age 30-35, anonymous writes:

My boyfriend's parents are getting divorced and my boyfriend is really upset. He's near tears a lot of the time. We can be taking a walk and all of a sudden he'll start to tear up. He really tries to not let go and cry (in front of me anyway)

I personally think he needs to cry it out. He does seem to want to cuddle up with me though. How do I help him get through this rough time? Please help!

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A reader, anonymous, writes (5 February 2013):

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Thank you, HappyGoLucky28, for answering particularly because you've been through a similar situation and can relate

Thank you, franny1297, for answering and giving very valuable advice

Thank you, Denise32, for answering and suggesting several things which were amazing suggestions. (The dinner idea was great, by the way.

Thank ya'all for answering and being supportive and encouraging!

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A female reader, franny1297 United Kingdom +, writes (1 February 2013):

franny1297 agony auntjust be there for him, take him out, mcdonalds, starbucks or something, do let him be alone for too long, or he'll get depression, but don't keep calling him or he'll just be really anoyed

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A female reader, Denise32 United States +, writes (1 February 2013):

Denise32 agony auntYou sound as if you are doing a good job of being supportive already.

Letting him cuddle and hug you when he is in tears is great. If he wants to talk about his parents divorce and his feelings about it, just listen without offering your own opinion as to which of the parents might be more to blame - in other words, don't be judgmental - but I'm sure you know that already!

You might ask him if there is anything specific he would like you to do, or how he wants you to "be there" for him.

Does he sometimes have a cooked meal with you and your parents? That might be nice to be welcomed by you and them.

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A reader, anonymous, writes (31 January 2013):

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He said several times he wants to talk to me about it. Everytime he tries he chokes up and is unable to continue. Please please please help!

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A reader, anonymous, writes (31 January 2013):

I understand what he is going through, because my parents divorced too. It's ok for him to cry it out and cuddle with you. incourage it! IT's the best way to let all the sadness, hurt, and pain go! Be there and incourage him 100% you seem to be helping him more then you can imagine! Good luck! and im sorry for him.

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