{"id":5712,"date":"2020-10-13T23:56:19","date_gmt":"2020-10-13T23:56:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/griefjourney.com\/?page_id=5712"},"modified":"2020-10-13T23:57:16","modified_gmt":"2020-10-13T23:57:16","slug":"how-to-help-a-grieving-client","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/griefjourney.com\/article-library\/how-to-help-a-grieving-client\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Help a Grieving Client"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"5712\" class=\"elementor elementor-5712\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-470f1994 elementor-section-height-min-height elementor-section-items-bottom elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"470f1994\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-192a7337\" data-id=\"192a7337\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6fb599b9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6fb599b9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Articles: Helping Others<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4d86a0fe elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4d86a0fe\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1bd9d331\" data-id=\"1bd9d331\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6de36bcd elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6de36bcd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How to Help a Grieving Client\n<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-37e01959 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"37e01959\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>More and more professionals in the service industries are becoming aware of the issues clients face as they confront the many inevitable challenges that life losses present. And many wonder how they can help at such crucial times of need where we struggle with what to do or what to say to render effective support and service.<\/p><p>Loss is a universal experience. This has been described as a death denying culture, and few would argue. But death is not the only significant loss that causes us grief. There are many losses that affect us all through the life cycle.<\/p><p>We experience <strong>relational losses<\/strong> not only when loved ones die, but through divorce or separation, or through mobility, when friends or family move to another geographical location. Such losses do not have to be bad or negative. Even the positive situations of relational loss cause grief, such as a grown child moving out, or an upwardly mobile family transferred to another city.<\/p><p>People also experience <strong>material loss<\/strong>, not only when the stock market dips, or an investment disappoints. Think of those who experience a loss in a fire or other natural disaster, a robbery, a bankruptcy or other financial reversal and material loss. And often, when talking to such individuals, they can be more upset by the loss of sentimental articles than valuable objects. For example in a fire or hurricane, a house may be gone, but people are more upset over the photograph albums, mementos of children, or irreplaceable artifacts that have been lost. The attachment to such special things is powerful, as is the grief when they are gone.<\/p><p>Another significant area of loss is <strong>functional or role loss<\/strong>. When the opportunity to work or function in a familiar way is no longer possible, that change brings an adjustment. Retirement is one example. When someone retires, there is much rejoicing and celebration. But at the same time, some things are lost. Many people put high value on what they do. Some use what they <strong>DO<\/strong> to define who they <strong>ARE<\/strong>. Therefore, to some, retirement often brings a loss of identity, a sense of loss of meaningful activity, a loss of income, the role of being a useful contributing member of society. And the sense of loss is heightened when the attitude is that retirement should be seen as a <strong>celebration<\/strong>. It can be, but we cannot assume that an individual will interpret it as such.<\/p><p>There is another category of loss, often overlooked. It is a more <strong>symbolic loss<\/strong>. Someone dies, or some physical loss is experienced; but at the same time, the griever struggles with a deeper bereavement. The situation triggers the loss of hopes and dreams that have perhaps long been held. This loss, these circumstances, that eventuality was not what was expected, and means the end of these dreams. So, in addition to the<strong> actual loss<\/strong>, the individual struggles with the <strong>grief of their unmet expectations<\/strong>. This is not the way things were supposed to be, and certainly not the way they believed everything would work out. So they struggle to find meaning in situations that do not seem to make any sense to them.<\/p><p>When you serve a client who has experienced a significant loss, whether death of someone loved, or some of the \u201clittle deaths\u201d suggested above, or losses that are inescapable throughout life, most of us struggle to know how we can effectively help that person. We often feel quite inadequate to know what to say or do, or how can you help? Yet, even in this desperate time, your client has many practical issues that must be addressed.. Providing the right support at this stage can allow the grieving person to better understand their situation, and move on to the important financial decisions you need to help them make.<\/p><p>Each one of us has enormous potential to help a grieving person. Some important principles:<\/p><ol><li><strong> Be there<\/strong>.\u00a0 Sometimes we are concerned about what we can DO to assist others.\u00a0 But what is needed is for someone to be there.\u00a0 The gift of presence is one of the greatest things you can give to a person in grief.\u00a0 Don\u2019t wait or hesitate. People in crisis tend to grasp whatever help is offered, so your approach will probably be welcomed.<\/li><\/ol><p><strong>Principle: <\/strong>Better to call too soon and have to call back later, than to call too late!<\/p><ol start=\"2\"><li><strong> Listen.<\/strong> Let one lady describe her experience in the weeks after the death of her husband.\u00a0 \u201cAlone in my house I long for someone to call.\u00a0 I watch from the window hoping that every car that slowed down and every set of footsteps was someone coming to visit.\u00a0 Anyone would have done.\u00a0 I wanted to talk.\u00a0 But when they came they seemed to talk about every other subject than the one most on my mind.\u00a0 Then I longed just as strongly that they would leave.\u201d\u00a0 Grieving people need to talk and for that to happen someone has to be willing to listen.<\/li><\/ol><p><strong>Principle:<\/strong> If you are doing most of the talking, you may not be helping.<\/p><ol start=\"3\"><li><strong> Make a Specific Offer of Help<\/strong>: Don\u2019t ask people to \u201clet you know\u201d if you can help. They don\u2019t know WHAT they need right now, and probably won\u2019t call. Try to assess, What might they need right now, and offer \u201cCan I come and do THIS for you. Be specific, and even if that is refused, call again later with some other definite suggestion.<\/li><\/ol><p><strong>Principle:<\/strong> What would I want, or need, if I were in this situation<\/p><ol start=\"4\"><li><strong> Accept them unconditionally as wounded people<\/strong>.\u00a0 Grief is like a wound that needs time and attention to heal.\u00a0 For the individual it may feel like part of them is missing.\u00a0 They may be experiencing many unusual and uncharacteristic emotions and reactions.\u00a0 Let them know what is \u201cnormal\u201d through books and resources about grief. The grieving person may look to see if we understand or if we are willing to accept them as hurting people before they share their hearts with us.\u00a0 Accept them as they are.\u00a0 Do not try to \u201cfix\u201d everything. They are not looking for answers or solutions at this point.\u00a0 Let them know they have permission to grieve and that you accept them in their weakness and vulnerability.<\/li><\/ol><p><strong>Principle:<\/strong> Your attitude speaks volumes<\/p><ol start=\"5\"><li><strong> Be realistic about the help you can offer.<\/strong> While there is a lot you can do to help, you cannot rectify the situation that is causing the grief.\u00a0 Often what the grieving person wants the most is the return of that which is lost \u2013 and that is the one thing we cannot do.\u00a0 The best you can do is to make the experience better than it might have been if you had not been there.<\/li><\/ol><p><strong>Principle:<\/strong> Even if they do not respond today, people will remember that you cared enough to ask<\/p><ol start=\"6\"><li><strong> Let your care and concern show<\/strong>.\u00a0 Do not be afraid to show your own emotions at the loss.\u00a0 You can say \u201cI find this difficult\u201d or \u201cI\u2019m not sure what to say\u201d.\u00a0 Your grief at the situation normalizes their grief.\u00a0 Remember that grief does not come all at once, and often special days like holidays, birthdays, anniversaries can be difficult. If you are aware of the days throughout the year that could be particularly challenging, your sensitivity will impress the client greatly.<\/li><\/ol><p><strong>Principle:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 No-one rises higher than when they reach out and lend a hand to someone who is down<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>So how do we respond?<\/strong> Here are a few practical suggestions<strong>:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>DON\u2019T SAY:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 DO SAY:<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>maybe it\u2019s for the best\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0I\u2019m sorry<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>I know how you feel\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0Tell me how you feel<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>It\u2019s a blessing in disguise\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I can\u2019t imagine how painful this must be<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>There must be a purpose in this\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 It must be difficult to see any meaning right now<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>You mustn\u2019t cry\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0(Say nothing, and let them cry)<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>You\u2019ve got to be strong\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0 You are entitled to grieve<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>It\u2019s God\u2019s will\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0I\u2019m sure this is not what you wanted<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>You have to get over it\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 I\u2019d like to help you through it<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Get a hold of yourself\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Let me offer you my support<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Keep a stiff upper lip\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 It\u2019s OK that you feel hurt\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Time will make it better\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Let me help, no matter how long it takes.<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>SOME DON\u2019T\u2019s:<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Don\u2019t wait to make contact<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Don\u2019t use cliches<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Don\u2019t say too much<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Don\u2019t dispense unrequested advice<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Don\u2019t treat them any differently than before<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Don\u2019t criticize unusual or \u201cmorbid\u201d behavior<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Don\u2019t be afraid to mention the deceased by name<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Don\u2019t make promises you are not going to keep <\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Don\u2019t stop giving support, for grief takes a long time<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Don\u2019t forget difficult days and holidays by a card or a call<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Don\u2019t try to bring meaning too quickly<\/strong><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element 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