Being alone is tough sometimes.
  The notion of being alone can take more than one form. The most obvious is
being physically alone, with nobody else around. But it can also mean to
disagree with everyone else. Or it can just mean to do something that nobody
else is doing. All these are ways someone can be "alone".
  It takes a lot to be alone that way. To go against the grain, to oppose all
the other people, to stand up for what you believe in when nobody else seems
to, to do what you think is right when nobody else is willing to. It takes a
lot of strength, courage, and determination.
  The most determined person can do it. The strongest, bravest person can do
it, and take comfort in knowing that what they did was right, and that they
followed their integrity instead of the opinions of others. The knowledge
that they did the right thing is all they need.
  Problem is, most people aren't that strong.
  Many people want to do the right thing. Most folks would want to do
something to help somebody, if they could. But when it means separating from
people, doing something different from the rest of the herd, most people
can't or won't. And even if they do, they usually receive no reward. A moral
victory, in today's world, is considered by most to be a loss.
  And so arises the need for encouragement. People take strength in the words
of others. If even one person sides with them against an opposing force of
millions, it seems somehow easier. They are no longer alone. They feel like
there is a chance.
  If you want to help, it can be easy to do. Give credit where credit is due.
Acknowledge the people who are trying to make a difference. Most of them are
struggling against opposing forces. Give them encouragement. Tell them
sincerely how happy you are that they have chosen to do what they are doing,
and let them know how much you appreciate it, and how much of a difference it
will make, even if few other people seem to appreciate it. Your words may
well make the difference for this person between giving up and staying true.
Both of you will feel better afterwards, and you, in turn, will have helped
as well.