What do you say to someone who is grieving for the holidays?

What do you say to someone who is grieving for the holidays?

I’m so sorry you’re dealing with these dark times, but I’m glad I have so many memories of your wife. She was so happy during the holiday season, and I’m glad I remember that. Wishing you and your family peace during this difficult holiday season.

How do you get through the holidays after losing a child?

9 tips for dealing with the loss of a child during the holidays

1. Be kind to yourself.
2. Do whatever works.
3. Realize you’ll never be the same.
4. Surround yourself with help.
5. Keep the memory.
6. Family and friends: Continue to offer social opportunities.
7. Family and friends: It’s not about you.
8. Family and friends: There is no fix.

What can you offer a grieving family?

Some suggestions that people noted as especially helpful include sending/dropping off:

• Home cooked meals.
• Remembrance items.
• Food and home staples.
• Thoughtful cards and letters.
• Gift cards to somewhere practical or self-care related.
• Items that belonged to the person.
• Care box with self-care items.

What to write in a card for someone who is grieving?

Condolences

• “We are so sorry for your loss.”
• “I’m going to miss her, too.”
• “I hope you feel surrounded by much love.”
• “Sharing in your sadness as you remember Juan.”
• “Sharing in your sadness as you remember Dan.”
• “Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs.
• “With deepest sympathy as you remember Robert.”

How do you help a grieving friend during the holidays?

8 Tips For Supporting A Grieving Friend This Holiday

1. #1: Support their holiday choices.
2. #2: Invite, but don’t push.
3. #3: Be prepared, their plans might change.
4. #4: Send a thoughtful holiday card.
5. #5: Consider a memorial gift or donation.
6. #6: Offer practical help and support.

How do families get through the holidays?

10 Ways to Cope with Difficult Relatives During the Holidays

1. Adjust your attitude.
2. Have realistic expectations.
3. Keep potentially upsetting topics off-limits.
4. Accept that the only thing you can control is your reaction.
5. Don’t drink too much.
6. Get active.
7. Practice gratitude.
8. Practice tolerance.

How do you offer condolences UK?

Simple Condolence Messages

1. My/our condolences on the passing of your father/mother/friend.
2. Please accept our sincerest condolences. We are thinking of you.
3. I was so sad to hear of your loss. My condolences.