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| Don't Say | Do Say |
Maybe it's for the Best. |
I'm Sorry. |
I know how you feel. |
Tell me how you feel. |
It's a blessing in disguise. |
I can't imagine how painful this must be. |
There must be a purpos in this. |
It is hard to see any meaning. |
You musn't cry. |
(Say nothing and let them cry) |
You've got to be strong. |
You're entitled to grieve. |
Life must go on. |
You will make it through this. |
It's God's will. |
It is difficult to see the meaning in this right now. |
They are in a better place. |
You must really miss them. |
You have to get over it. |
I'd like to help you through it. |
You shouldn't wallow in self-pity. |
Tell me how you feel. |
Get a hold of yourself. |
Let me offer my support. |
Keep a stiff upper lip. |
It's OK to hurt and to grieve. |
Be strong for the children. |
Can I help with the children. |
Be thankful you have another child. |
You must mis THIS child. |
God never gives us more than we can handle. |
I'm sorry for your loss. |
You must keep busy. |
Give yourself time to grieve. |
Be thankful that you had them so long. |
You must really miss them. |
At least he lived a good long life. |
Death always comes too soon. |
Time will make it better. |
Take your time to heal. |
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