You did great, that was perfect.

Validate, listen, validate.

Yes it is encouraging but you are right, don't look at it that way, because you will feel discouraged when you get opposing signs.

Just detach from it. Let it go.

It's his thing, his problem, his dilemma.

You're just a caring, lovingly detached observer.

Oh, really dear, how nice for you.

As if he was telling you that he found a $5 bill on the sidewalk.

Now go watch Grey's, drink a glass of wine, admire the hunky men.

You will be fine.
hugs,
BA