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
Knowing how to offer your condolences to your boss can be difficult. Or to those who have lost their boss. It’s hard enough finding the words to offer your support and comfort in a sympathy message for friends or family. But bosses are the ones that lead. They are in charge, and so take charge. … Read more
If you’ve lost a teacher, or know someone who has lost a mentor, you may be wanting to reach out with a condolence message to them or their family. Some of the most important people in our lives are teachers. They help us to learn, grow and come of age. Many of us will have … Read more
Losing a nephew is a tragedy. To have someone so young pass away is unfair and cruel. The relationship and friendship you have with your nephew shouldn’t be understated either. That bond is deep and So a nephew passing away leaves a huge hole in the family. The grief and pain will last for some … Read more
When you marry you don’t get to choose your mother in law. But we often form strong bonds with those extended members of our family. They may not be direct blood relatives but mother in laws can be such important parts of our lives. It’s not just them helping look after the kids or offering … Read more
When someone is diagnosed with cancer it is both devastating and terrifying. Your whole world is thrown into disarray. Nothing can be done to prepare for the shock it causes. So when someone you know is given that terrible news your first reaction is probably to reach out and tell them how sorry you are. … Read more
When a head of state dies the entire country goes into mourning. Kings and Queens are often beloved by their people and so losing one can cause real grief amongst the population. Usually a few days of mourning are announced to allow people to grieve and pay their respects. That gives them a chance to … Read more
To many people a job becomes more than just the way they earn their money. It’s an integral part of their identity, giving them a sense of achievement and worth. So when someone loses their job it can be devastating. It can lead to real unhappiness and depression. And in those tough times what people … Read more
Our nieces can be such bright sparks in our lives. That relationship we develop with them different to others in the family. You can become close to your niece in ways you might not with your brother or sister. That bond is special. So losing one can be dreadfully painful. If you know someone who … Read more