How to Support Someone Who is Grieving [Video]

Grief is a deep and frequently overpowering emotional reaction to loss that affects all facets of a person’s existence. It can seem impossible to get over the death of a loved one, a meaningful relationship, or a dream that was once cherished. To be a good grief guide, one needs patience, sensitivity, and understanding. This article seeks to offer helpful advice and understanding perspectives for helping a loved one on their grieving journey.

We may be a crucial source of support at one of the most trying periods in a person’s life by learning how to provide consolation, comprehending the mourning process, and appreciating the value of presence and active listening. Helping someone deal with grief can be immensely valuable for you as a friend, family member, or caregiver since it can promote healing and hope even in the middle of suffering.

Grief is learning to live with loss. The loss of a house, divorce, and death are all …