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
For most of us Christmas is a time of joy and cheer. But for some it can be a reminder of painful times. That’s why when you’re sending your festive greetings you need to be mindful of the christmas card etiquette after the death in a family. After losing someone at Christmas it is never … Read more
A grandson is such a wonderful gift. Nothing is more precious to grandparents than their grandchildren So to lose one is utterly heartbreaking. Especially when you consider how young they are likely to be. If you know someone who has lost their grandson then it’s a good idea to reach out with your a few … Read more
Knowing how to respond to condolences people have sent or offered can be difficult. Coming soon after losing someone means the pain will still be raw and the grief at it’s most powerful. Which makes coming up with a response much tougher. Trying to decide what to say or write to acknowledge sympathy messages and … Read more
Losing your father in law can be surprisingly painful. Whilst he may not have been a blood relative that doesn’t mean you don’t get close to your in-laws. A father in law can be someone you turn to when you need advice or guidance. They become part of your family, and So losing a father … Read more