I'm sorry to be a buzzkill, but this post, if taken seriously, could actually hinder some people. If you need help, please seek therapy. A good listener can be of temporary help, but a good, trained professional can actually take what they hear and offer guidance. Not only in life in general, but help you organize, prioritize and gain new insights and perspectives that most good listening friends can't.

by Anonymous 11 years ago

That's what I was about to say. Some people actually need professional help. But if they're just said over a break up or something then I agree.

by Anonymous 11 years ago

actually as long as it's not too serious or anything good friends who listen are one of the best ways to boost your self esteem or your happiness or whatever is lowered.

by Anonymous 11 years ago

My friend was a good listener, but after a while, I realized she was only listening to me so I would do everything for her and put her before myself. She thought I had died twice. Both times she did nothing. Get a therapist.

by Anonymous 11 years ago

The thing with using friends as your therapist is that when they say something you don't want to hear such as you're wrong or what the other person did was reasonable, most people would get mad and that can damage a friendship. Sometimes therapist have a way of making you see both sides, so you could see what you're doing wrong in any situation, since your friends usually side with you.

by Anonymous 11 years ago