What to Say to Someone Who Is Grieving
Most of us have been there. Someone we love loses a person close to them, and suddenly we have no idea what to say to someone who is grieving. We worry about saying the wrong thing. We scroll past their post, tell ourselves we'll reach out later, and then feel guilty for days. Here is the truth: most people say nothing, not because they don't care, but because they don't know what to say. And that silence, as well intentioned as it is, can feel like abandonment to someone in the middle of profound loss. The best things to say to someone who is grieving are simple, honest, and presence focused: "I've been thinking about you," "I don't know what to say, but I didn't want to say nothing," and "I'm here." You don't need perfect words, you just need a few honest ones. This guide is for anyone who wants to show up better for a grieving friend, family member, or colleague. These phrases reflect guidance widely used by grief counsel...