28/06/2023
Grief. What do you say?
Are you comfortable talking to someone about their loss.
Or maybe you feel:
😳 Uncomfortable?
😳 Awkward?
😳 Embarrassed?
😳 All of the above?
It is really difficult to know what to say to someone who is grieving. And often it can feel so uncomfortable that after a mumbled “I’m so sorry for your loss”, you feel relieved when the conversation moves on to ‘safer’ subjects.
But this sends a message that grieving is awkward and needs to be glossed over and not talked about.
We all grieve in different ways; some people like to talk about the person they have lost, others find it too painful.
So, what can you do?
Honestly, the best thing is to do is ask them what they need from you? Do they need a shoulder to cry on, a listening ear, or a distraction from their feelings!
By asking this question you are showing that however they want to express their grief is OK!
The more natural we make grief the less awkward it will feel.
