Helping someone who is grieving
If you’re helping someone who is grieving, first of all, thank you! It isn’t easy being a support…
Asking a grieving person about their loss
When someone is grieving, it can be uncomfortable to discuss their loss. You may be afraid of: However,…
Why is it so difficult to discuss a loss?
Talking about grief can feel super awkward. Like, “do I bring it up?” or “what if I make…
Empathy Matters: 10 things not to say to someone who is bereaved
Losing a loved one is one of life’s most difficult experiences, and it can leave individuals feeling vulnerable…
Why you shouldn’t say “I know how you feel” to someone who is bereaved
In times of grief and loss, finding the right words to comfort someone can be challenging. One common…
Top 5 things to do to support a bereaved friend
If you have a friend who has recently lost someone close to them, you may be wondering how…