Hi Everyone,
Support can be provided in many different forms.
We can be given money, tools, transportation, care, or assistance. This would be known as instrumental or tangible support.
We may also be provided advice, guidance, or best plans of action. These would be examples of information support.
Another type of support important in our day to day lives is emotional support.
We can discuss our feelings with others, express concerns or worries, receive sympathy or even receive approval or acceptance.
These are all examples of emotional support which benefit us by enhancing self-esteem, improving our appraisals of life events, reducing anxiety, and motivates us to cope with difficult situations.
We all need some degree of emotional support from time to time, so don't be shy or apprehensive when it comes to receiving or asking for emotional support.
It can help us live a happier and healthier life.
Be well
