8 ways to help a friend through grief Don't try to fix the unfixable. By Paisley GilmourUpdated: 26 May 2017When one of our pals loses a job, or breaks up with their partner, we generally know what to say to s
ISTJs are very private about their grief. They usually don’t want to cry in front of people or bare their souls to anyone. They need plenty of time and space to work through the grieving process on their own. This doesn’t mean you should ignore them, however. Here are some tips fo...
How to help a grieving friend: 7 ways Below I’ve shared seven of the ways my friend was able to support me while I was grieving my son’s death. If you're wondering how you can be there for a friend is battling grief, these ideas may help you to communicate more easily and with...
I had a client whose hair started to fall out. She kept saying, “I’m really stressed” but couldn’t say why. Once she came to understand this as a grief reaction, it totally pivoted how she showed up for herself, helping her realize that she wasn’t failing at manag...
6 practical tips and ideas for coping with and navigating grief in a healthy way. Common myths and misconceptions about grief. Answers to many frequently asked questions and concerns about grief like how long it should last, how to help someone else who’s grieving, and much more. Extra reso...
If I take a 30-minute walk, I try to spend 15 minutes catching up with someone I care about. It’s an excellent way to ensure I’m nurturing myself and my relationships. 9. Rest Rest. That’s it. That’s all there is to it. But in all honesty, rest is an overlooked and...
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Most importantly, you'll want to remind your friend that you're there for them. That you're there to listen, to be a shoulder to cry on, and to sit with them through the hard feelings. Don't rush them through pain or grief, but rather, meet them where they are. Sometimes, just ...
common emotional stages of grief that individuals may experience." Since everyone moves through the stages at different speeds, there is no hard-and-fast rule for how long it takes to get over a breakup. Expect the process to take some time, and don't put pressure on yourself to rush ...
Help others with small tasks without expecting anything in return. Before going to bed, think of 3 things to be grateful for. Offer to return a shopping cart to someone at the store. While going for a walk, pick up trash. Say something nice about the person others are gossiping about. ...