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3 Top Tips for Surrounding Yourself with Those Who Understand Your Experience

The value of Support Groups and Resources cannot be underestimated.

by Jackie Crowley, California Business Journal
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Support groups exist primarily to enable people who share similar experiences to learn from one another, as well as cope with and overcome any challenges they may be facing. From substance abuse to health conditions, many find these support groups comforting because they provide an excellent place from which you can draw emotional strength and gain valuable insight by seeing things from a different perspective.

However, not all are created the same way and will deliver the same quality of support. Helpful groups empower their members and look after their wellbeing by presenting them with reliable information, much like online resources like AskHer – women’s Q&A forum. This knowledge is then shared for everyone to better cope with their issues, exchange opinions, and look for the right treatment of support. We’ll cover a few tips to ensure you find the right support group and so you can surround yourself with those who understand you the best.

1. Look up what people have to say

There are a multitude of support groups available for a variety of purposes. The first step in finding the one that will meet your expectations is by exploring your options and looking up what people have to say about them, whether online or offline. After all, you’re more likely to get objective information out of them than the source itself, allowing you to find what you’re looking for more effectively. Luckily, technology has made things more accessible, so this it shouldn’t be a problem.

2. Prepare a checklist

It’s a rule of thumb to ask as many questions as you can when you first talk to the facilitator of the chosen support group. While you might still have to join a meeting to get a feel for what it’s like, making all the right inquiries should give you a good idea of whether or not the group is right for you. Here’s a checklist of some of the questions you may want to should ask:

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â—Ź What is the purpose of the support group?
â—Ź Are there any criteria for attending the group?
â—Ź When is the support group scheduled to meet, and what’s the duration of the sessions?
â—Ź Do they maintain the confidentiality of their members?
â—Ź How do they structure their meetings?
â—Ź Are they affiliated with programs or organizations?

3. Ask for recommendations from loved ones

Apart from looking up the insights of past and existing members and asking facilitators the right questions, another way to find a good support group is by asking family and friends for referrals. At the end of the day, tThose closest to you are more likely to recommend dependable support groups than those who don’t, after all. So don’t be afraid to ask your loved ones for suggestions.

Conclusion

Having the right people around you can go a long way in helping you overcome any problems or concerns you’re facing. With these tips, you’ll be able to find the best support group that can best help you meet your needs.

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Jackie Crowley, California Business Journal

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