How Can I Help?

One of the questions I receive a lot (my husband gets it too) is "How can I help?". I think we all ask this question a lot. That goes right along with the general comment you hear of "Let me know if you need anything". As I've thought about those two statements, I've realized people really do want to help but they don't know what they can do. So, here if a list of suggestions for all of you. If you know someone struggling with bipolar or depression, here are some things you can do to help:

• Pray. It sounds so simple and easy, but it helps.
• Follow the promptings you receive. Today in conference, President Monson said we should act on promptings immediately. Do not postpone any promptings you receive. I can't emphasize that enough. 
• Mail a letter or a card
• Don't be afraid to make a phone call
• Send an email saying you're thinking about them
• Text the person just to say hi
• One big secret, when I'm feeling down, I'm not going to call someone just to talk, it's too hard. So, saying, "let me know if I can help" just doesn't work cause I'm not going to ask for help. I'm pretty sure the same goes for lots of people in my situation.

I'm sure there are many more ways you can help, but when it really comes down to it, the best thing you can do is act on the promptings you receive. Heavenly Father knows the needs of all of us better than we know, he will guide us to ways to help those in need.

On another note, feel free to share my blog with others or even on Facebook. My goal with this blog is to help others who are dealing with bipolar disorder in their family and to hopefully add some spiritual views to what I have learned in this journey.