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From ‘Oh crap’ to Connection: 5 Tips for Compassionately Navigating a Conversation Bomb (someone says the ‘D’ word)

Ever had one of these “Oh crap” moments? You sit, innocently watching Joseph’s soccer game and Kaitlyn’s mom says, casually as if not dropping a conversational bomb, “I wasn’t here last week because my mom died.” “Oh crap.” You’re not alone… most people bungle conversations like this because they’re not prepared, having no information or meaningful…

Please Stop Saying “Call me if you need anything” (and what to DO instead)

Please Stop Saying “Call me if you need anything” (and what to DO instead)

There’s one phrase every grieving person hears.It sounds kind. Supportive. Thoughtful, even.But it’s not.It’s actually one of the most useless things you can say: “Call me if you need anything.” Here’s why that sentence, however well-meaning, is a complete miss. And what to do instead. 🚫 Why Grievers Don’t Call Let’s break this down. There’s…