what to say to someone who just lost their grandmother?
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["“I'm so sorry. ... ", "“Thank you so much for the way you're handling this.” ... ", '“Take as much time as you need.” ... ', '“Your grandmother was always so proud of you.” ... ', '“She always had so many nice things to say about you.”']
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["I'm sorry for your loss.", 'He will be missed by everyone that knew him.', 'She was a lovely woman and will be greatly missed.', 'You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.', "When you're ready, I'm here for you."]
977218
Method 1 of 2: Respond to in-person condolences with a genuine “thank you.” People understand that you'll be emotional or in pain. When they say “I'm sorry for your loss,” they just want you to know that they support you, and won't be expecting a longer conversation. A simple “thank you” works.
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['Be intentional, show sympathy, and offer a listening ear. ... ', "Instead of trying to come up with the perfect words, express your sympathy with a simple, “I'm so sorry for your loss.” Then be quiet and truly listen to your friend. ... ", "Even if you've sent a sympathy note, call to express your condolences."]
1269496
Keep it simple and honest. Express your sorrow, affirm their pain, admit that you can't find the words, and reassure them that you'll keep them in your thoughts. “I'm so sorry.” “I can see that this is very hard on you.” "I don't know what to say." “I'm thinking of you often.”
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I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Your mother was one of the sweetest women I've ever known. She always had a nice smile and friendly greeting when I saw her. Please don't hesitate to call if you need anything.
837956
['With heartfelt condolences.', 'We are so sorry for your loss.', 'I hope you feel surrounded by much love. ... ', 'Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. ... ', 'With deepest sympathy as you remember Ashley.', 'Holding you close in our thoughts and hoping you are doing OK.']
865333
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. You're in my thoughts, and I hope you feel comforted in the days ahead. I wanted to let you know that you're on my mind and I'm here for you if you need anything. I'm so sorry about your father's death.
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["13. ”I'm here for you.” ... ", '“You are so strong.” ... ', '“Today was a really tough day.” ... ', "“I've been thinking of you.” ... ", "“I'm only a phone call away.” ... ", '“I have no words to express my sadness.”']
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['Provide the opportunity to talk about feelings and concerns before, during and after a loss. ... ', 'Share and reminisce about fond memories of the pet. ... ', "Use the pet's name…even after death.", 'Provide a hug, a squeeze of the hand, or touch on the shoulder-whatever you feel comfortable doing.']
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["“I'm so sorry that you are going through this. ... ", '“Despite all the troubles in the world, I hope you are doing well.” ... ', '“My heart is breaking for you. ... ', '“You are important to me. ... ', '“I recently heard about your loss. ... ', '"Are you okay?”']
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["“I'm here for you.” Show up for your loved one and remain by their side as they go through this process. ... ", '“You are in my thoughts and prayers.” ... ', '“This stinks.” ... ', '“Let me help you with…” ... ', 'Tell a Joke. ... ', '“You are not alone.” ... ', "“Any time you need to talk, I'll listen.” ... ", '“What day works for a visit?”']
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What you can say instead: “You have my deepest sympathy,” “I'm so saddened to hear about your loss,” “My deepest condolences,” or “My thoughts and prayers are with you.” Just let them know that you care about them and their grief instead of offering empty placations about losing the man they loved.
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['“I miss you, too!”', '“I was just thinking of you; then you called. ... ', '“And why may I ask do you miss me?” (said in a joking but loving way).']
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I/We am/are truly sorry to hear of the loss of (insert Name of deceased here.). Please accept our condolences and may our prayers help comfort you and hasten the journey of his/her soul to Heaven. ... In this tough time in your life, may my/our friendship, sympathy and heartfelt condolences bring you comfort.
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['"I love you so much."', '"Thank you for teaching me...."', '"I will never forget when...."', '"My favorite memory we share....."', '"I\'m sorry for....."', '"I hope you\'ll forgive me for....."', '"It sounds like you\'re seeing...."', '"It sounds like you\'re hearing...."']
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For example, you could say something as simple as: “I heard that your father died.” By using the word “died” you'll show that you're more open to talk about how the grieving person really feels. Express your concern. For example: “I'm sorry to hear that this happened to you.”