How to Help Grievers?
Ways to Support a Griever Use Phrases Such as: “I Am Sorry to Hear of the Death of [Person's Name]” or “I Can't Imagine What You Are Going Through, but I Am...
Ways To Support A Griever
- Use phrases such as: “I am sorry to hear of the death of [person's name]” or “I can't imagine what you are going through, but I am here to listen”
- Show empathy and compassion (rather than pity) through your eye contact and body language.
- Ask permission and give a hug if appropriate.
How do you comfort a griever?
Get comfortable with silence. Most times silence is best! It sure beats feeling as if you put your foot in your mouth trying to say the right thing and having it come out all wrong. Just so you know, most things that are commonly said to grievers as a way to offer hope end up feeling like a stab to the heart.
What can you not say to grievers?
What Not to Say to a Griever: Illustrated
- 1. “ Don't cry” or ” You have to be strong now”.
- 2. “ God never gives us more than we can handle.
- She's in a better place now.
- 4. “ At least he lived a long life.”
- “It was God's will.” or “God has a plan.”
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