Inner Dialogue

Seems like in the last 24 hours, I've had to deal with many people close to me who are in crisis mode, for a variety of reasons. I don't know why it affects me so when those I care about are hurting, but I just want to reach out and hug them. I was able to do that today for some, but others are too far away, so words had to suffice. Maybe there is something in the air that is causing the problems because it seems like many are affected. I wish I knew how to make things better for them. All I can do is listen, let them know I love them, and try to offer some perspective. Sometimes that just doesn't feel like enough.