'Everyone struggles with self-doubt at different times in their lives, so look around and see who could do with your support at the moment. You can make such a difference to the way that someone is feeling.
Try one or all of the following:
- Listen well - show that you care
- Demonstrate your appreciation in a tangible way
- Send a letter or a card - this can mean so much
- Plan an outing; just meeting for a drink can make all the difference
- Keep in touch, even when the bad patch has passed'
