
Keep in mind that when someone vents to you about the negatives, it usually means they are comforted by talking to you. They aren’t trying to bring you down or ask for solutions, they’re trying to recharge from your presence. You don’t have to solve his problems or offer any advice. Simply listen to him and say “i’m sorry your day was rough. Do you feel better now?” and then vent about your day to him. It goes both ways