Last year, my cousin Samm lost her fiancé Aaron, 27, in an unthinkable work accident. A stay-at-home mom of two young boys, she suddenly found herself thrust into the world of single motherhood ...
When comforting someone, focus on listening and showing empathy rather than trying to solve their grief. Phrases like “Everything happens for a reason” or “They’re in a better place now” might sound ...
Ciru Muriuki warned Kenyans against saying hurtful things to the grieving, including “it is well,” “they are in a better ...
You can safely discuss family estrangement by avoiding harmful clichés and embracing empathy, understanding, and acceptance.