- I will try to subtly lead him into a conversation so he can share his thoughts.
- I will stay with him and let him know that I am here when he is ready to talk.
- I will suggest an activity for him to distract himself and come up with different thoughts.
- I'll leave it up to him to sort things out his way, and I won't interfere.
- I will ask his acquaintances if they know what is going on so that I can better understand the situation.