E31: Supporting Someone #3: 12 Texts to Send a Grieving Friend This Holiday Season
Description
Not sure what to say to someone grieving during the holidays? These 12 simple text messages are a powerful way to show care, even when you're not sure what to say.
You'll learn:
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How to avoid common clichés like "Let me know if you need anything" or "You have so much to be thankful for!"
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How to validate your friend's pain without trying to fix it
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How you can offer presence via text without pressure for your griever to respond
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How to gently remind them grief won't always feel this hard
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