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Caregivers: The best way to help is often just to listen

TED Talks/Sophie Andrews

Sophie Andrews on stage

Sophie Andrews shares her personal story of survival and emphasizes the power of listening. As a survivor of abuse and a volunteer for the Samaritans, she highlights how simply being there and truly listening to someone in distress can make a profound difference. Andrews discusses the founding of "The Silver Line," a helpline for older people, which has had a significant impact by providing emotional support and reducing loneliness. Her talk underscores that the best way to help others is often to offer a compassionate ear.

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