What do you say when someone’s world falls apart? In this brutally honest episode of Old Man Energy, Flint Anderson unpacks the raw truth about grief—and why the words we use often fall painfully short. From the loss of a beloved pet to the deeper emotional wreckage we all face, this is a conversation about feeling what you need to feel, without shame, without rushing, and without the fake smiles.Whether you’ve been told to ‘stay strong’ or you’ve said ‘I’ll pray for you’ because you didn’t know what else to say—this episode will shift your perspective.🎧 In This Episode:Why “I’ll pray for you” might do more harm than goodThe truth behind platitudes like “stay positive” and “they’re in a better place”What to actually say to someone who’s grievingWhy it’s okay to cry, break down, and still keep goingHow routine, presence, and small actions help in the healing processThe importance of making memories—and letting them carry you forward💬 Quotes from the Episode:“They’re worth every tear. And you don’t need anyone else to understand your grief.”“Tough times ahead—that one phrase meant more than any sermon ever could.”“There’s no trophy for suffering the most. Feel it. Then move forward.”“Sometimes the best thing you can do is just be there—and shut the hell up.”“Grief doesn’t make you weak. It proves you loved deeply.”Also check out:Get a copy of my latest book | phlintrock.gumroad.com/l/beyondthehandshakeOld Man Energy's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/theoldmanenergyOld Man Energy's Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/OldManEnergyEntreprenual growth | https://750kmastermind.comFlint's Website | https://flintanderson.com/Flint's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/phlintrock/Flint's Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/PhlintRock/Flint's Tiktok | https://www.tiktok.com/@phlint_rockFlint's Twitter | https://twitter.com/PhlintRock