What to Say to Someone Grieving: Three Phrases That Actually Help Whether It’s Been Days, Months, or Years Since the Loss
Not sure what to say to someone grieving a loss? This compassionate guide shares words to comfort someone grieving—plus examples for cards, texts, and long-term support—so you can show up with care and confidence.
What to Keep After Someone Dies: How to Sort Through the (Literal) Stuff of Grief
How do you decide what do you keep after someone dies? Learn how grief turns ordinary belongings into sacred objects, explore Charlene Lam’s Three C’s of “Curating Grief,” and discover a compassionate, intentional way to sort through the literal stuff of grief.
Why “Time Heals All” Is a Myth—and What Actually Helps Grievers Heal
Grieving people know “time heals all” is a lie. Learn the ancient history of this phrase, why it harms more than it helps, and what actually supports real healing after loss—plus what to say instead.
10 Comforting Activities for Grief That Are Free or Low-Cost
Grief is heavy, but support doesn’t have to be expensive. Discover 10 free or low-cost activities—like walking, playing music, journaling, and spending time in nature—that support emotional healing and bring relief, grounding, and connection after loss.
How to Answer “How Are You?” in Grief: 20 Truthful, Boundaried, and Protective Options
Grief makes even small talk feel massive. Discover 20 thoughtful ways to answer “How are you?”—from full-truth invitations to polite deflections—so you can honor your grief, protect your energy, and respond in a way that feels right for you, moment to moment.
“Don’t Speak Ill of the Dead” Is B.S.—And It’s Time We Talk About Why
“Never speak ill of the dead” is harmful advice that protects abusers and silences grievers. It’s time we stop rewriting history just because someone died—and start telling the whole truth, even when it’s messy, complicated, or deeply uncomfortable.
3 Painful Beliefs Grieving People Carry—And How You Can Support Them Through Loss
Discover the three painful beliefs grieving people often tell themselves—and learn how to respond with language that brings true comfort instead of clichés. A must-read for anyone who wants to support a grieving friend, partner, family member, or client with more skill and heart.