I sit with them, listen closely, and let them feel safe to unspool their thoughts. I gently point out the small signs they might be overlooking—an ache that never quite fades, a voice that tells them to “just be fine.” I encourage quiet self‑checkins, reminding them that it’s okay to pause and ask, “Am I truly okay?” If their answer is still “yes,” I help them explore the reasons behind that belief, so it can be gently unfolded rather than broken. I keep the conversation light and loving, never pushing too hard, because the mind often resists being confronted in a rush. When the truth shows up, it does so with gentleness, and that’s where healing truly begins.