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I’ve been thinking a lot lately about trials and suffering: why we suffer, how we suffer, the big and small crosses we each carry. I’ve also been thinking about what to do for others while they walk their own path of suffering. In the past, I’ve been paralyzed by the fear that I may say the wrong thing or that I may be butting into someone’s personal business. But now? Inspired by my word of the year, Notice, I’m stepping up anyway, asking the Holy Spirit for the right words and doing something instead of nothing.
Below is a collection of cards and ideas to show someone you care. I’d love to hear how you show support as well as what has been helpful when you’ve been the recipient.
Cards
- You Are So Loved Card by Carina Paper Co.
- Thinking of You Tea Card by Quirky Paper Co.
- Thinking of You Sunflower Card by Katy Pillinger Designs
- I Remembered Card by Hilary Rhodes Design
- Mom Life Ain’t Easy But You’re Killing It Card by Spade Stationery
- You Are Always Enough Card by Print Therapy
- “I really don’t know what to say right now, but I wanted to let you know that I am here for you. Always.” Card by Alexa Z Design
- I’m Here for You Card by Alex M Studio
- Sending Smiles Card by Lana’s Shop
- You Cry, I Cry Card by Unblushing
Ideas
- Cheer Up Gifts: Brighten Your Day Gift Idea
- Things to Take to a Friend in Need
- 9 Easy and Thoughtful Ways to Help a New Mom
- Best Ways to Support a Friend Dealing with Infertility
- 5 Small but Meaningful Things YOU CAN DO to support someone with Depression
- How To Be There for Someone with Cancer
- How to Support a Special Needs Mom
- 15 Ways to Help a Grieving Friend
- How To Support A Friend After A Miscarriage
Wow, I love this. One of my good friends has a baby in the NICU (he's her 6th). I can't do much to help but yesterday my oldest and I baked her a pie – her fave, strawberry rhubarb. It took hours out of my day but it felt SO good to do something for her with all she's going for. Really put my day into perspective and I loved that my boy and I did it together. Anyways, thanks for this reminder. Helping lighten the crosses of others also helps us in carrying our own! Happy Monday!
"Helping lighten the crosses of others also helps us in carrying our own!" YES.
This is a lovely post with a lovely sentiment, I'll have to keep these ideas in mind!
I think suffering is more bearable when we feel that we aren't alone, you know? A card doesn't seem like much to the sender, but could mean the world for the recipient. I'm praying God opens my eyes to opportunities in the future!