How to Help a Grieving Friend: 11 Things to Do When You’re Not Sure What to Do

by Megan Devine, founder of Refuge in Grief

Many people truly want to help a friend or family member who is experiencing a severe loss. Words often fail us at times like these, leaving us stammering for the right thing to say. Some people are so afraid to say or do the wrong thing, they choose to do nothing at all. Doing nothing at all is certainly an option, but it’s not often a good one. While there is no one perfect way to respond or to support someone you care about, here are some good ground rules.

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