When someone we care about loses a loved one, our first instinct is usually to say something comforting or, worse, give advice.
But according to Yeng Gatchalian, the chief psychologist at Mind Care Center of Perpetual Help Medical Center - Las Piñas, the best kind of comfort does not always come in the form of words.
It can come in small gestures or in one's presence by simply being there for the person.
Think twice about giving advice
Some of us rush to say things when a friend is grieving, offering advice like, “Be strong,” “Move on,” or “At least they’re in a better place.” But these phrases, though well-intentioned, can come off as dismissive.
“Wag kang advice nang advice.
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