If it is any 'comfort' to you, I've made the same mistake myself. = It might give you 'comfort' to know that I've made the same mistake myself.
When we went out for drinks together, I realized we were getting 'too close for comfort'. [=we were getting closer than I wanted to be]
Knowing that I can rely on your help is a 'comforting' thought. = It is 'comforting' to know that I can rely on your help.
(..) You think you're on your own? Let me wash it out and help you sew it up at least. Bit of comfort never hurt anyone. We've been sleeping in ditches the last few weeks. I think we can treat ourselves to a featherbed for the night (..)2014 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: Mockingbird Season: 4 Episode 7