what to say to someone who just lost their spouse?
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It may be better to say, “I know you are holding yourself together, but it must feel awful inside.” Share your deepest sympathy with them, and allow the person the opportunity to share that they feel very alone and vulnerable since the loss of their spouse.
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Say, “I am so sorry.” Give them opportunities to talk about the deceased and their relationship. Let them share their memories. Use the deceased person's name.
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"I am so sorry for your loss" is a good example. Offer open-ended support. "If there is anything I can do, please let me know. I'm willing to help in any way."
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It's generally best simply to express your sympathy and let them tell you how they feel. And it's much better to say, "I don't know what to say", than to say nothing at all. Don't suggest what a bereaved parent should be feeling or doing. Everyone grieves in their own way and there are no time limits.
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['With heartfelt condolences.', 'We are so sorry for your loss.', 'I hope you feel surrounded by much love. ... ', 'Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. ... ', 'With deepest sympathy as you remember Ashley.', 'Holding you close in our thoughts and hoping you are doing OK.']
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After you have really listened and responded thoughtfully, here are some other helpful things to share with them: 'You are in my thoughts'. Let them know that you appreciate the significance of their loss, and that you are concerned about them. If you have included them in your prayers, let them know that too.
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["This is such a tragedy. I can't imagine how you must be feeling. I'm so sorry you're going through this.", "I can't believe Sam is gone. You must be devastated. I just wanted to say that I'm here for you.", "I'm thinking of you. This is so unexpected and so sad."]
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I am sorry on the sad demise of your grandmother. My deepest condolences on the death of your grandmother. In this sorrowful time, may the love of family and friends comfort you. My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult loss.
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["I'm sorry for your loss.", 'He will be missed by everyone that knew him.', 'She was a lovely woman and will be greatly missed.', 'You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.', "When you're ready, I'm here for you."]
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['"You deserve so much better than this." ... ', '"This is not a reflection on you in any way." ... ', '"This hurts so much, but I promise it\'s not forever." ... ', '"Let yourself feel everything you need to feel." ... ', '"Time is the greatest healer." ... ', '"I\'m here for you whenever you need me." ... ', '"Let\'s make some positive changes together."']
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But what are the things that will actually offer comfort and let the person know you're there for them? At the end of the day, something as simple as “I'm so sorry for your loss” or “I'm so sad for you and your family, please accept my deepest condolences” is always appropriate.
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For example, you could say something as simple as: “I heard that your father died.” By using the word “died” you'll show that you're more open to talk about how the grieving person really feels. Express your concern. For example: “I'm sorry to hear that this happened to you.”
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['With heartfelt condolences.', 'We are so sorry for your loss.', 'I hope you feel surrounded by much love. ... ', 'Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. ... ', 'With deepest sympathy as you remember Ashley.', 'Holding you close in our thoughts and hoping you are doing OK.', 'It was truly a pleasure knowing Rebecca.']
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['“Thinking about you every day. ... ', '“Thoughts of you are always some of my happiest. ... ', "“It's good to know you're receiving wonderful care.”", '“Praying with you.”', '“In my heart and in my prayers. ... ', "“Thinking about you today and hoping it's a good one for you.”"]
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Loss Of A Coworker Sympathy Card Messages “I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you.” “May (name) rest in peace. ... “My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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["“I don't know exactly what to say, but please know how much I care.”", '“What can I do for you?”', "“I'm always here if you ever want to talk.”", "“I'm so sorry this happened to you.”", 'Use humor, but only if you know it will be received positively. ... ', 'No words, just listen.']
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['Open strong and say something from your heart.', 'Compliment the one who is gone.', 'Share a favorite memory or connection with the child.', 'Compliment the parents (or the siblings).', 'Say something uplifting.']