My Misgivings About Advice

I have been fortunate to have people who were able to witness my pain and allow me space to give it voice. This has been a most healing experience. I served as a nurse listening, listening and listening - holding space for people to share their pain. I have memories though of times I gave advice (where it felt right) in a way of suggestion and opening for discussion to facilitate holding a space for the families I worked with as a health visitor to find their voices and share.