How Do You Support A Friend Grieving The Loss Of A Loved One?
When we experience the death of a loved one, all of our friends rally around us for the few days of the viewing and the funeral. Unfortunately, after those short days we are left with no one. Our friends abandon us because they don’t know what to say or do. This “how to” will give you an insight to help you in this awkward situation. Get up your courage! Your friend is still your friend. S/he is just going through a rough time and needs you more than ever. Don’t be a deserter now! Drop in at your friend’s house. Bring something to eat and drink with you or call first and tell them you are taking them out to dinner. (This is not optional – if you are met with a refusal, back to “bring something to eat and drink with you). During the meal ask your friend exactly how s/he is feeling and doing. Ask what you can do to help. You are her/his friend. Don’t take “nothing” as an answer. If that is what you get, it is up to you to come up with a plan. A person feeling grief and loss has no refere
