what to say to friend who lost a loved one?
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['I am so sorry for your loss.', 'I wish I had the right words, just know I care.', "I don't know how you feel, but I am here to help in any way I can.", 'You and your loved one will be in my thoughts and prayers.', 'My favorite memory of your loved one is…', 'I am always just a phone call away.']
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Do say: "I'm very sorry to hear this. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers". Be sure to show sympathy by helping the person with their job.
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['I am so sorry. ... ', 'He was a wonderful man and a talented musician.', 'Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.', 'I have such fond memories of your aunt. ... ', "When you're ready to talk, please feel free to call me."]
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['“Can I bring you a meal?” ... ', '“I know how much you loved this baby. ... ', '“Remember to be kind to yourself. ... ', '“Our entire family grieves with you.” ... ', '“You and _______ are in my heart.” ... ', "“I love you, and I'm so sorry you are going through this pain.”"]
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['“Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts.”', '“Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”', '“I wish you healing and peace.”', '“I hope you feel surrounded by much love.”', '“We are so sorry for your loss.”', '“We are thinking of you during these difficult times.”']
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Be patient. Whatever the loss, whatever the expression of pain or grief (unless extreme and dangerous), be patient, be present, and be respectful. All things pass… but then they come around again, maybe next time straight at you.
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Simple and Basic Condolence Messages I'm thinking of you and your family during this time. Please accept my condolences for the loss of your brother. I'm so sorry for your loss. ... Just know that I'm truly sorry for what you're going through and that I'll be thinking of 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. ... “Thinking of you, wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain.”
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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 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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["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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['“ My deepest sympathies go out to you, my friend. May you find comfort and peace during this difficult time. ... ', '“I heard the news, my friend. ... ', "“I was deeply saddened to hear about your brother's passing. ... ", "“I'm sorry for your loss. ... ", "“I'm so sorry to hear this sad news."]
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["I'm sorry.", 'I care about you.', 'He/she will be dearly missed.', 'He/she is in my thoughts and prayers.', 'You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.', 'You are important to me.', 'My condolences.', 'I hope you find some peace today.']
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Do express your sympathy and support, even if it's a simple statement such as, "I'm so sorry about your loss", "I can't imagine how you feel", or "My thoughts are with you". Do offer hugs to dads as well as mums, if it feels like the right thing to do. Do be willing to talk about the loss.
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["“I'm so sorry that you are going through this. ... ", '“Despite all the troubles in the world, I hope you are doing well.” ... ', '“My heart is breaking for you. ... ', '“You are important to me. ... ', '“I recently heard about your loss. ... ', '"Are you okay?”']
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['It can be hard to directly express deep feelings to someone else, but now is the time to do it. Tell your friend you love her and will miss her.', 'Sometimes "goodbye" is too hard to say. A hug and a sincere smile will tell your friend everything she needs to know.']
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If the person who lost her mother is a close friend of yours, you'll want to visit her to show that you care. Provide comfort by simply being there. Let her know that you don't want to intrude, but you'll be available if and when she needs to talk.