It's easy to find ourselves riding on the wings of sudden passions, motivations and ideas. Whether these things end up being short-lived or something that sticks with us for years, it's comforting to have support from others to accompany you.
It can seem that supporting your loved ones and their passions is a given; however, the little things really do matter. Even if you think that their current project or random obsession is something that they'll forget about in a month or so, being there for them while it's their priority can mean the world to them.
For example, if one of your friends decides they want to cook all of their own meals from here on out and try a new recipe at least once a day, sending them links to recipes or volunteering to help them make dinner can be extremely motivating. And not only are you helping them achieve their own goals, but you're also showing them that you'll be there and can help them with anything. Sometimes, this is the most important thing, too. If you tell your friend that what they want to do is unrealistic, it will feel as though you are only supporting them conditionally.
Personally, I find it so heart-warming when my friends and I support each other's passions. It's like providing an endless supply of motivation and accountability when we feel like giving up or not completing something to the best of our abilities. I find that it's also really nice to have people reminding you that your idea isn't stupid and that your goal actually is attainable because there is so much out there that can tell you otherwise. Being that one voice that says, "You can do this!" or even, "If you ever need any help, I will gladly be your person," can make your friend or your loved one go from wanting to quit to successfully finishing their project or goal.
Especially now, I think that it's extremely important to support the ones that you love. Putting the time and energy into something can be so rewarding, especially if you have help and kind words from those that mean the most to you. And if you happen to have someone in your life that is only knocking you down and making you think that what you're doing is pointless, it's not worth your energy trying to convince them otherwise when you have a number of other people that will gladly support you through and through.
There is a difference between discussing things realistically and telling someone they can't do what they set out to. You can still support someone and that someone can still achieve their goals with realistic circumstances in mind. Honestly, that can help them from giving up when things don't go to plan. Regardless, it doesn't take too much to help your friend cook dinner every once in a while and you never know when something small can turn into a life passion.
