Conversation- A Stigma Stomper

A friend told me she has a mental illness. How should I respond?

Kind responses when someone opens up about their mental health:

1) Thank them for trusting you.

2) Remain non-judgmental.

3) Meet them where they are.

4) Ask them what you should know.

(Rather than making judgements and assumptions ask questions. Everyone has unique challenges even if they share the same illness.)