Now hes in a better place Witnessing my loved ones pain was torture for me.

What to say to my friend who lost her daughter. I have such fond memories of your daughter in my classroom. We just lost our 20-year-old on 6320. Generally speaking make sure that what you say does at least one of the following.

I am saddened to hear of your loss of your beautiful daughter. Shes just made a change of address. All they need to do is ask and then MAKE SURE YOU MEAN IT.

Remind your friend that you share in her grief it may make her feel less alone. Let me know if youre comfortable with me coming over and helping out with laundry or any other chores you have. But I hold you just the same.

What To Say To A Friend Who Just Lost A Job. I know your friend will deeply appreciate the thought heart soul and time you have poured into your condolence card to her. I lost a dear friend who was more like a sister to me but you lost a daughter who was the light of your life.

Never say Shes in a better place now That might bring you comfort if you believe in heaven but it might not provide comfort to a grieving parent who is in the worst possible place on earth. Learn to live in acceptance of the loss not in spite of the loss. Offer them a shoulder to cry on anytime they need one and just be there for them.

If I may paraphrase some astute observations on grief by playwright David Lindsay-Abaire through loss we learn and through connection we heal. _____ was always a complete joy to be around. The best thing to say to anyone who has lost anyone is that if there is anything you can do for them.