FAQs
“I'm so sorry for the pain that you must be feeling right now; please know that I am here for you if you need a listening ear or shoulder to cry on.” “I'm sending warm wishes of peace and comfort to you in this difficult time.” “I wish I could take away your pain, but know that I'm here for you if you need me.”
Can you give me some words of comfort? ›
99 Words Of Encouragement For When You (Or A Friend) Are Feeling Down
- The world is better because you are in it.
- I admire your ability to always… ...
- Better times are ahead; I can't wait to experience them alongside you. ...
- I know you're hurting—and that's valid. ...
- You may not want to talk much right now, and that's okay.
“May the memory of [insert name] bring you comfort and peace.” “Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength.” “My heart is with you in your time of sorrow.” “Wishing you peace and strength during this difficult time.”
What is a beautiful grieving quote? ›
"If tears could build a stairway,and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to Heaven and bring you home again." "Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow." "Grief is itself a medicine."
What is a word of comfort after death? ›
Sincere sympathy for such a difficult loss. Sincere condolences for the loss of such an amazing person. May your beautiful memories of a remarkable life comfort you. A great soul never dies, they live on forever in our heart.
What is a good sentence for comfort? ›
Examples of comfort in a Sentence
The drug gave some comfort to the patient. I found a cozy chair where I could read in comfort. He turned to her for comfort and support when he lost his job. They were great comforts to each other during that difficult time.
What word can I use instead of comfort? ›
noun
- relief.
- consolation.
- encouragement.
- solace.
- reassurance.
- cheer.
- sympathy.
- happiness.
“I'm proud of you for walking this road, for doing what's right for you.” “You're making a big change, and that's a really big deal.” “I know what you're going through is hard, but I'm rooting for you every minute of every day.” “Even when you might not feel it, you've got the strength to get through.”
What's the most comforting line? ›
If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do, you have to keep moving forward.
What is the best thing to say to comfort someone? ›
Helpful things to say
- "Can you tell me more about what's going on?"
- "If you want to tell me more, I'm here to listen"
- "I've noticed you haven't been yourself, is there anything on your mind?"
- "I can see this is hard for you to open up about. It's ok to take your time. I'm not in any rush"
Words To Comfort Someone Who Lost a Loved One
- I am/ we are so sorry for your loss.
- I offer/ we offer our heartfelt condolences.
- Holding you close in my thoughts and prayers.
- We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts.
- I am/ we are going to miss him/her.
- I feel so lucky I got to know him/her because <REASON>.
If you want to send a quick message to the individual and let them know you are thinking of them, here are some ideas.
- You are in my thoughts and prayers.
- I wish I could remove your pain.
- I can only imagine what you are going through, but I am here for you.
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.” – From an Irish Headstone. This saying captures the permanence of both pain and love, reminding a grieving person that even though they can't control the heartache that comes from loss, they can hold their memories dear.
How to comfort someone who is grieving through text? ›
9 Ways You Can Support A Friend Who Is Grieving Via Text Message
- Offer Simple "I'm thinking of you" Text Messages. ...
- Tell Them It's Okay Not to Respond To Texts. ...
- Don't Assume You Know What They're Going Through - Invite Them To Tell You How They Are Doing. ...
- Talk About The Person Who Passed - Share Photos & Memories.
Condolence Message for Coworker (Continued)
- “I am so sorry for your loss.”
- “My heart goes out to you during this difficult time.”
- “Sending you love and strength as you navigate this loss.”
- “Please know that you're in my thoughts.”
- “I'm keeping you and your family in my prayers.”
Simple condolence messages
- I was so saddened to hear of your loss.
- So sorry for your loss.
- Thinking of you.
- Sent with love and remembrance of your loved one.
- With my deepest condolences to you and your family.
- Celebrating the life of a great person.
- Someone so special will never be forgotten.
- With deepest sympathy.
- May your memories bring you peace and comfort.
- May your laughter, love, kindness, and strength live on forever.
- Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. ...
- God has you in your keeping. ...
- Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
Avoid presumptuous phrases like, “stay strong,” or “there's a reason for everything.” Instead, use phrases like, “I know you're going through a difficult time and I'm here for you whenever you need me,” or “I can't begin to understand how you are feeling right now. I am so sorry for your loss.”
