Loss is one of the hardest human experiences we all have to go through at some point. Saying goodbye to a loved one and grieving them is a difficult process, and it looks different for everyone. When ...
It can be hard to know how to respond when someone you care about is grieving. I found myself in this difficult situation earlier this year, struggling to find ways to support no fewer than three ...
There’s no perfect way to comfort someone who’s grieving, but being thoughtful about what we say is a powerful place to start. Even if you’re not sure what to say, here's what matters: You tried and ...
When someone we care about experiences a significant loss, our natural instinct is to help ease their pain. Yet many of us freeze, uncertain what to say or do, fearful of making their suffering worse.
In this situation; the following suggestions are usually given: be and look genuine; concur with their pain; continue to be available; corroborate their emotions; do not impose your faith on them if ...