Manners and Etiquette: What's the best way to say "I'm sorry for your loss"?

The first thing I want to point out is that saying "I am sorry for your loss" or any other version of it (which I will get into) is really important.

I recently had a death in the family and felt that every loving word helped hold me afloat. So show up. It matters.

The best way to say "I'm sorry for your loss" is to keep it simple, honest, and if possible, personal. Such as "I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember your father's grace and his gift for language".

Or, if the person didn't know my father "I am so sorry for your loss and am happy to swing by and give you a hug at your convenience".

If you want to offer to help, be specific. "I would love to come drop off some food" or "I will be running errands tomorrow - can I pick up something for you?"

A person grieving is a person overwhelmed by the smallest things so take something off their plate.

Finally, if your gesture does not receive a response make it not matter. It's hard to reply to everyone, even though you feel infinitely grateful for every little thing.

Source: https://www.quora.com/Manners-and-Etiquette-Whats-the-best-way-to-say-Im-sorry-for-your-loss



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Leave them alone and never say a world to them.. Cos all those sorry, sorry, sorry form of condolences aggravate their grieve.