Affirmation
To feel heard and seen truly is everything for the person diagnosed with ME. It is a precious gift, that few give sadly. When someone does give that gift it is very moving and life bringing. THE IMPORTANCE OF AFFIRMATION Being affirmed makes such a difference when you live in an invisible, tormented world that no one understands or seems to care about or even notice. Living in total isolation and separation can leave you feeling unconsidered, less than real, invisible, uncared for, unrecognised, unknown, belittled, less than human even and definitely unequal. The need to be seen for who you are and what you have experienced and heard may be massive. Affirmation means to give your fullest attention to the other. It means to watch for non-verbal cues as well as the words someone is speaking. It means to convey, both by your posture and look, that you really care about what the other person is saying. Even if you do not speak a word, you can still convey empathy for the person and