Bro sounds really down. I have a rule about money with people in that situation, never give them cash. I'll pay a bill for you, I'll take you grocery shopping, etc. Far as depression goes, it's person specific. Could be down cuz he feels he's lost his purpose (to make money.) Encourage him to volunteer, or spend the day actively seeking employment. Seeking, as in, treat that like a full time job. If he can do anything besides painting: Advertise on any local social media, the nextdoor app, facebook, etc. Make small paper sized signs for local bulletin boards (there's one in the local grocery, laundry mat and general store. I've seen similar signs in local small businesses, sometimes all you have to do is walk in, introduce yourself, be prepared with signs and tape and ask.) Add any ideas you have, full his gas tank if you feel the need, wish him good luck and send him out to find work.
Bro sounds really down.
I have a rule about money with people in that situation, never give them cash. I'll pay a bill for you, I'll take you grocery shopping, etc.
Far as depression goes, it's person specific. Could be down cuz he feels he's lost his purpose (to make money.) Encourage him to volunteer, or spend the day actively seeking employment. Seeking, as in, treat that like a full time job.
If he can do anything besides painting: Advertise on any local social media, the nextdoor app, facebook, etc. Make small paper sized signs for local bulletin boards (there's one in the local grocery, laundry mat and general store. I've seen similar signs in local small businesses, sometimes all you have to do is walk in, introduce yourself, be prepared with signs and tape and ask.)
Add any ideas you have, full his gas tank if you feel the need, wish him good luck and send him out to find work.
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