Re: Consoling a friend
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I don't think drinking is a good idea.
I would simply suggesting listening to him if he wants to talk. A lot of people in these situations just want to rant and get it out. Let him do that and don't try to be too critical of him even if he's wrong. Wait to point out where he went wrong until later.
edit: wanted to add that if he doesn't want to talk about it you should watch a movie or something like that, where you aren't just sitting there with the elephant in the room and little to discuss.
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Right. This isn't a situation that can be solved with a night out on the town. His thoughts are going to be else where for a long time. I echo what the hippy says, he's undoubtedly a sensitive guy who knows of such things, beyond that if you do go out I would keep it somewhat simple with a movie or other activity where he can just escape his thoughts for an hour or so.
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