As times have changed so have the way we offer our condolences. Not so long ago you might have sent a card or talked to those grieving in person (you still can, of course!), but with the internet and social media more of us are sending condolence messages on Facebook. Facebook has become such an … Read more
When offering your condolences to those who have suffered a loss one of the most common phrases is ‘you’re in my thoughts and prayers’ (or some variation of that). It’s a lovely sentiment that may well be true. And it demonstrates understanding of their pain and empathy to the situation. But you might want to … Read more
When you are offering your condolences for a loss one of the first things you might think to say or write is “rest in peace”. It’s probably the most common way of paying tribute to the deceased. And it’s a perfectly good way to express your sadness after losing someone. But you might want to … Read more
When someone loses an ex husband it can be a strange time. Although they may be separated there will still be a lot of feelings left over. When you’ve been married to someone you don’t just stop loving or feeling affection towards them overnight. Even if years have passed since a divorce their death will … Read more
When someone you know suffers a loss you may want to reach out or talk to them. Offering condolences for a loss is a kind and natural reaction. But there’s a good chance you’ve hesitated before saying anything and thought “what to say to someone grieving?”. Don’t worry. You’re definitely not alone. Knowing what to … Read more
When an acquaintance or someone we don’t know well suffers a loss it can be hard to know what to say to them. When reaching out to friends and family it’s a little more straightforward as your relationship is stronger. But with someone you don’t know well, or an acquaintance, your relationship will be very … Read more
When you lose a father it is a pain like almost nothing else. Something that can compare though is the loss of a stepfather. A stepfather may not be a direct relation but that doesn’t stop the real bonds that form with them. So when one passes away it is understandably a period of grief … Read more
Losing a mother is unbelievably painful. And losing your stepmother is no different. Whilst she may not have been your birth mother she becomes just like one. You form a bond and relationship that is like no other. So when a stepmother passes away it is an incredibly sad and difficult time. For the whole … Read more
Granddaughters are one of the greatest joys in their grandparents lives. Very little can bring such happiness as playing with and seeing your granddaughter. So losing one is beyond devastating. Not just for the grandparents but even more so for the parents and siblings left behind. If you know someone who has sadly lost their … Read more
At Christmas we all send out cards to friends and family. But when someone has suffered a loss in the previous year, around the holiday season or is dealing the anniversary of a death then it can be tough to know what to write in a card. You don’t want to be as cheerful and … Read more