How to help someone with anxiety?

The most important thing is to listen without minimizing. Avoid 'just relax' — these phrases increase shame. Validate: 'That sounds really hard.' Ask what kind of support they need. Help them maintain routines without enabling avoidance. Gently encourage professional support if anxiety significantly impacts their life. Lovon can also serve as a pressure-free resource — a private space where your loved one can talk through worries without burdening those close to them.