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Ep 37 - The Language Surrounding Grief: Finding the Right Words

Ep 37 - The Language Surrounding Grief: Finding the Right Words

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In this episode of A Gift For Grief, I talk about the words we use around loss.

So often, people mean well but don’t know what to say - and sometimes the phrases we’ve all heard, like “they’re in a better place” or “everything happens for a reason”, can sting more than they soothe.

I share some reflections on the language of grief: what feels supportive, what can feel blunt, and how even simple, honest words can make a big difference.

I also explore how grief can shift the way we speak and listen to each other.

If you’ve ever struggled to find the right thing to say - or wished someone had said something different, this conversation is for you.


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