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BEING THERE FOR SOMEONE WHO’S STRUGGLING
We’ve all experienced bouts of bad mood and even occasional depression. While difficult to go through, it can be equally challenging to see someone we care about hurting and not know how to help. The main thing to remember is that providing support isn’t about fixing things; it’s about showing up in meaningful ways. Skip the pep talks and listen. For many of us, our initial instinct is to rush to lift our loved one’s spirits and help them break out of a bad mood. However, offering them space and a calm ear is often the best thing we can do. Friendly company can be comforting even if they’re not ready to talk. Just be sure they don’t feel pressure to do or say anything. This might mean bingeing a favorite TV show together or just being with one another in the same room. Focus on small gestures. Along with providing company, you can support your loved one with simple gestures — a phone call, handwritten note, or warm meal. These acts remind them that someone cares and that they are not alone. Continuing to show up for your friend even after the rest of the world has moved on can have an even greater impact. There’s no specific script to follow, but small efforts all add up and may matter more than you’ll ever know. If you have a friend or family member going through a hard time, validating their experience and being present for them can be all they need. While they may not remember what you said, they won’t forget you showed up and stayed when they needed you most.
Ingredients
• 7 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided, plus more for serving • 1 medium green cabbage (about 2½ pounds), cut into 2-inch wedges • Salt and pepper • 1/2 pound bread, such as sourdough or ciabatta,
torn into 1-inch chunks • 1 garlic clove, grated • 3 cups/24 oz store- bought or homemade tomato sauce • 2 cups/8 oz grated low- moisture mozzarella • Basil leaves, for topping
Directions 1. Heat oven to 450 F and arrange racks in the middle and bottom of the oven. 2. Drizzle a sheet pan with 2 tbsp olive oil, then arrange the cabbage wedges on the pan, setting each one flat. Drizzle the top and sides of the cabbage with 3 tbsp olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place on middle rack of oven and roast until tender and golden, 25–35 minutes. 3. Place the bread on another sheet pan. Add garlic, drizzle with the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat evenly. 4. Place on the bottom rack of the oven and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from the oven, toss croutons, and return to the oven until golden and crispy, 8–10 minutes. 5. Remove cabbage from the oven and spoon tomato sauce on top. Top with mozzarella and return to the oven until the cheese is melted and golden, 10–15 minutes. 6. To serve, scatter croutons and basil leaves on top and drizzle with more olive oil as desired.
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