No matter your religious beliefs or cultural point of view, I’ve always wanted this website to offer you ways to support your grieving friends. Some posts speak to specific topics of what to say (or not to say) when someone you know has suffered a loss. Others offer general insight int...
I lost my 16 yr daughter in 2005 and the saying I get is she wouldn’t want you to be like this ie sad, tearful, hating the world, just having off day, err pardon when did she say that to you, why don’t people realise all grieving people need is a hug xxx 2 Diane January...
and I in no way want to make anyone feel bad for NOT mentioning him (I’ve been there with being unsure of the protocol when dealing with a grieving parent, remember?). But I am here to tell you that only a few months past my child’s death,...
It can be difficult for others, who have not experienced this type of tragedy, to know what words are appropriate to say in this kind of situation. But there are a few phrases and actions which may provide solace during the grieving process. Here’s what to say to someone who has lost ...
Don’t point out ways they’ve been strong or how well they’ve “moved on” (unlessthey ask you to). Listen to what they say about their loss and about how it impacts them today. Respect What Your Grieving Friend Says, Especially When It’s Hard to Hear. ...
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"Meet them where they're at" is common (and sound) suggestion for how to support a grieving friend or family member. But what does this really mean?
All change signifies a loss. Very often there is a gain too, but the loss occurs first. You lose whatever you were doing or were used to, even if it wasn't a good situation. Some changes produce a grieving reaction. This is especially true if the change involves relationship loss. For...
Your friend is going through a divorce. You really want to be there for them. What do you say to help…and not make things worse? What does not help is to assume what’s going on for your friend. Offering the right words, on the other hand, is definitely a great first step. Here...
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