Looking back, my mom did a couple very supportive things when I was a teen going through a Rough Time. 


One thing she did was talking to my English Teacher and getting some alternative assignments. For example, we were supposed to read a book called kite runner with scenes of SA. Given past trauma, that would have been challenging to read so the teacher gave me a different book to read. 


Another thing she did was forcing me to continue my hobbies. Going through the empty motions of activities I used to get joy from was good for me in the long term even if it didn't make me happy in the moment. In the long term, I felt a little better about my hobby because I'd continued to practice and get better at it. 


She also bought me low effort hygiene products (wipes, dry shampoo etc) . If I couldn't take a full shower, I could at least do a little to clean up. 


I am grateful for that. What supportive things gave people in your life done to help you?