Having A Bawl

My best friend just got dumped by her boyfriend, and she's totally devastated. I always thought he was a jerk, but I know saying that won't help her feel any better. I want to be there for her but don't know how. What's the best thing to say to somebody who's heartbroken?

--Lost

Assuming she isn't all "I wanna be alone!" you really just need to show up. You might even bring a little something: "I'm here, and I've got dinner. Very low-carb, too -- your ex's head on a spike."

The thing is, for...