Today, see if you can make a friend "LAUGH." L isten without judging, interrupting, or feeling like you have to provide an answer or solution. More than anything, people who are suffering need to feel heard and understood. And when you listen well, you tend to think before speaking, which helps you avoid gaffes. A sk permission before you give advice. Cancer patients often feel overwhelmed with information and if they've already made their treatment decisions, they don't want them undermined. U nderstand that your friend is especially sensitive. People who are traumatized often regress emotionally and need extra care, so if they snap at you, forgive them. G ive it time if the patient doesn't feel like talking or visiting now. Mood swings are normal, so don't take it personally if your friend is less than friendly. H umor helps almost everyone cope. Giving us a funny movie or book can help us not only forget what we're going through but can send endorphins coursing through our body