Saturday, February 16, 2013

How To Comfort Bereaved Individuals

By Francine Vaughan


Death is associated with feelings of deep sorrow and anguish. When a beloved dies, bereaved family members experience a painful, emotional rollercoaster ride.

Individuals respond differently to the death of a beloved. Some people fill their hearts with hate and refuse to accept the reality loss. Many get lost in the memories of the past and live with regret. A few cry their hearts out as they long endlessly for the deceased.

Do you know someone who's going through the loss of a beloved? Do you have a friend or a close relative who still hasn't moved on from the demise of loved one? Here are simple tips that help you grasp the right ways to support a bereaved person:

Contact the bereaved. Come up with a wonderful, thoughtful message which effectively conveys your thoughts. Keep your message genuine and thoughtful. Make sure every word counts!

Do not tell the bereaved that you know what they're feeling because the truth is, you don't. Grieving is a unique experience that differs from one individual to another. Stop saying you know what they're going through just to sound emphatic.

Extend your support. Be persistent and think of possible areas where you can be of great help. At a time of loss, bereaved individuals don't have enough time to focus on their daily routine. Volunteering to attend to their household chores, pet issues and childcare duties can be a meaningful way to let them know that you are willing to extend your support in any way possible. You may also choose to help them make arrangements with a funeral home Singapore. Additionally, having the initiative to conduct thorough research on reputable service providers of funeral parlour Singapore can be a big help.




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