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How to Comfort Someone Who is Grieving
It?s a difficult when someone loses a loved one. Although we care, finding the right words and actions to express our sympathy and condolences may be challenging.
Encourage Expression of Feelings. Allowing the grieving person to express his/her feelings may be a huge help. Try to listen without offering advice or interrupting them. Letting them share memories and talk about their loved ones may help him/her to feel better.
Show Affection. Often at times, showing affection may help them to feel like they are being comforted. Try to hold their hand or hug them when appropriate.
Be Patient. It is normal for the mood of those grieving to fluctuate. It takes time to heal, so be patient and allow them to grieve at their own pace.
Ask If You Can Help. Offering help can be very comforting. Running errands that need to be done may reduce stress as well as offering support.
Encourage Seeking Help. Sometimes a grieving person may need to join a support group or seek professional help in order to feel better. Assist him/her in finding a group and/or making an appointment with a professional.
Send a card. Send a card and write a personal message inside to show you care and you?re concerned
Be Sensitive. Certain times for the mourner may be harder then others. Holidays are an especially hard time since it is a time to celebrate with friends and family. Be sensitive to their feelings.
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It?s a difficult when someone loses a loved one. Although we care, finding the right words and actions to express our sympathy and condolences may be challenging.
