Dont express overly pessimistic opinions.

What to say to a dying person with cancer. People who are dying of cancer appreciate it when their loved ones listen to them. Dont tell someone theyll beat it when its scientifically impossible. Im sorry for everything that youve been through and that youre still going through Saying Im sorry for.

You might want to say Oh itll be fine just you wait and see or Lets not talk like that things will work out. Even if there were and I promise you there arent most people will not need them because most people will never be in that situation unimaginable as it is. Why not just say Ill be there for you.

Do try to create a semblance of normalcy That means trying to keep someone who is sick involved in a world that doesnt revolve around their disease. There isnt much of a silver lining to a blood cancer diagnosis so avoid saying things like It could be worse or At least it isnt For the person with the disease this probably is the worst-case scenario. They can all be tailored to work for the person.

Ill pray for you can sound a little bit like youve already checked out. For instance if a dying friend talks to you about death metaphorically engage him or her on that level. Ill pray for you.

If you are spiritual or religious you can say a prayer before your loved ones room and make it. Im not dead yet so Im happy to be included in celebrations and fun times when possible. Youre someone who has used your life to touch so many others.

Tell them you love them. Allow the dying person to lead the conversation if they are talking about it and contribute to the conversation in the manner they introduced it. They usually want to feel and know that they matter and that they are being heard.