Reminding caregivers to also take care of themselves was definitely a part of the job, and Tom looked like he needed at least a few minutes to himself. If this was going to get overwhelming, then it only made sense for Tom to take that break while Minoru was fresh instead of when they were both emotionally exhausted.
He moved to stroke Ziggy’s back encouragingly, and give the Anthean someone else to cling to.
“I know it hurts, Ziggy. I know... It’s going to hurt. It may seem like it right now, but it’s not going to hurt forever... and you won’t have to face any of it alone... I promise...”
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Reminding caregivers to also take care of themselves was definitely a part of the job, and Tom looked like he needed at least a few minutes to himself. If this was going to get overwhelming, then it only made sense for Tom to take that break while Minoru was fresh instead of when they were both emotionally exhausted.
He moved to stroke Ziggy’s back encouragingly, and give the Anthean someone else to cling to.
“I know it hurts, Ziggy. I know... It’s going to hurt. It may seem like it right now, but it’s not going to hurt forever... and you won’t have to face any of it alone... I promise...”