In the movies, when someone passes away, it often feels like the characters instantly know the perfect things to say to comfort their friends and family who are grieving. But in real life, that's ...
Loss is one of the hardest human experiences we all have to go through at some point. Saying goodbye to a loved one and grieving them is a difficult process, and it looks different for everyone. When ...
There's nothing that can really soothe the ache of losing a beloved son. Yet, words are often all we have to show our support for those processing their grief. If you know someone who has lost their ...
This month, we asked our audience: What words of comfort do you say to a friend whose loved one has passed away? It was part of a podcast episode and story we did on how to support a grieving friend.
Losing someone we love is one of the hardest things in life. During such moments, kind words can bring comfort and support to those grieving. It’s not always easy to know what to say, but even a ...
My father recently passed away. As many have experienced, the loss of a loved one brings forth a torrent of emotions that words often struggle to capture. In the days following my father’s passing, ...
How we communicate with someone, the language we use, and the words we choose are important and can comfort someone or cause them pain and suffering. Sometimes we may just say something and not ...
National Grief Awareness Day is coming up on Aug. 30, which raises awareness on how people cope with loss and how others can support them. Executive Director Erin Engelke with Calm Waters joined this ...
Words of Comfort on the Anniversary of a Death for a Touching Tribute originally appeared on Parade. In the movies, when someone passes away, it often feels like the characters instantly know the ...