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Scenario

How to support a friend with chronic pain without losing the friendship

My best friend got into a bad accident six months ago and still has severe nerve pain, and I want to be there for her but I don't know what helps anymore — she says I treat her differently now and she's right, but I'm scared of saying the wrong thing or pushing too hard when she's hurting.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The fear of causing more pain can create a distance that hurts more than the original injury.

Your guide for this
Dipa
Dipa works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Pain — acute and chronic management?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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