- Grief can feel especially overwhelming during special occasions like holidays, birthdays, and anniversaries.
- Acknowledge the bereaved person's feelings to show support and understanding.
- Encourage them to express their emotions openly, offering a safe and secure space for them to do so. This is so important! I remember how well-meaning friends and family avoided mentioning her passing, fearing it would upset me. But I needed to talk about her ... even if it meant shedding some tears.