How to Support Someone Dealing with Grief Without Saying the Wrong Thing
The exact phrases that help (and the 5 things to never say)
Free Download: 5 Things Never to Say to Someone Grieving (Plus What Actually Helps)
When someone you care about is grieving, you want to help. You want to say the right thing.
But you freeze. You send one text and then avoid them because you don't know what to say next.
I get it. I've been there too.
Here's the truth:
You don't need to be a trained counsellor to make a real difference. You just need to care, have a few practical phrases ready, and know when professional help is needed.
What You'll Get in This Free Guide
The 5 most common mistakes people make (and how to avoid them)
Exactly what to say when you first hear about their loss
Simple phrases for the toughest days
A support timeline from week one to month six
When to suggest professional help
Time to read: 10 minutes
What it's worth: Priceless when you need it
This Guide is For You If You Want To:
Support someone through loss without making things worse
Stop worrying about saying the wrong thing
Have the confidence to reach out instead of avoiding them
Know exactly what to say and do in those difficult moments
What People Are Saying
"Ghulam taught me how to manage my emotions, pain, and sadness. I learned to deal with much more than just the loss of my husband. Her professional, caring, and considerate approach made all the difference."
– Pascale, Retired Teacher
"The tools and processes I learned were a game-changer. They helped me visualise my emotions and significantly improved my focus and decision-making. This programme made a real difference in both my personal healing and professional performance."
– Ravi, Cybersecurity Architect
"Working with Ghulam was profound. I learned to manage my emotions more effectively and gained lifelong tools for handling grief. She taught me to create moments of joy and prioritise self-care, empowering me to give more to my clients and mentees."
– Natalie, Business Strategist and Performance Mentor
About Ghulam Fernandes
Ghulam is a Grief Transformation Coach and founder of Handling Grief. Drawing on her personal experience of several bereavements, multiple losses and professional training, she helps people navigate their grief journeys with compassion and practical tools.
Her approach focuses on transforming pain into power and purpose, offering step-by-step guidance that helps clients move forward after loss without spending years stuck in pain or therapy.
When she's not supporting clients, Ghulam finds peace photographing flowers at Kew Gardens and treasures time with her family, especially visits to The Horniman Museum with her grandchildren.
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