What Grieving People Wish You Knew about What Really Helps (and What Really Hurts)

We want to say or do something that helps our grieving friend. But what?

When someone we know is grieving, we want to help. But sometimes we stay away or stay silent, afraid that we will do or say the wrong thing, that we will hurt instead of help.

In this straightforward and practical book, Nancy Guthrie provides us with the insight we need to confidently interact with grieving people. Drawing upon the input of hundreds of grieving people, as well as her own experience of grief, Nancy offers specifics on what to say and what not to say, and what to do and what to avoid. Tackling touchy topics like talking about heaven, navigating interactions on social media, and more, this book will equip readers to support those who are grieving with wisdom and love.

Table of Contents:

Introduction
1. What to Say (and What Not to Say)
2. Typical Things People Say (and What You Can Say Instead)
3. Assumptions We Make That Keep Us Away (and Why We Should Simply Show Up)
4. What to Do (and What Not to Do)
5. Social Media and Grief (When the “Like” Button Just Seems Wrong)
6. Let’s Talk about Talking about Heaven (and Hell)
7. A Few Quick Questions (and Answers)
Conclusion
Notes
Subject Index
Scripture Index