Hi Helena, Good question. Being helpful is always a physical action. Cleaning the house, giving a ride, watching the children, answering ESL questions for students. ;-) Being supportive also includes emotional helpfulness. Believing in someone, or thinking of them during a difficult time. Let's say you are learning to play an instrument. Since I do not understand music, I can't be directly helpful. But I can be supportive by encouraging you to learn and practice. I hope this helps, Stephen

Hi Stephen, It's a very clear explanation. Thanks a lot ! It's really helpful ! Thanks again !