Comfort him. Let him know that he’s not a leper all of a sudden for having a moment of vulnerability. Listen. Make sure that they understand that they’re heard.
These are pretty basic forms of emotional labor that go a long way in helping folks, and can even save lives at times.
What was he supposed to say?
“Alright bro. I might not be a doctor, but I’ll help you get an erection. ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)”
Comfort him. Let him know that he’s not a leper all of a sudden for having a moment of vulnerability. Listen. Make sure that they understand that they’re heard.
These are pretty basic forms of emotional labor that go a long way in helping folks, and can even save lives at times.
This is good advice, thank you for the reality check.