How to Comfort a Friend After a Breakup

step1

Spend time with your friend, ideally in person.
Step 2

Let your friend talk. If he or she is not talking, encourage it. Keep lots of tissues handy.

Step 3

Try distractions. Movies, sightseeing, outdoor activities and games are good possibilities.

Step 4

Indulge your friend with chocolates, massages, facials, shopping sprees - whatever lets him or her concentrate on pleasure instead of pain.

Step 5

Send a card to lift your friend's spirits if you can't be there in person.

Step 6

Be patient. Some things take a long time to get over.