345: Loving, Practical Ways to Comfort Those Walking Through Grief with Sherrie Pilkington

What does it look like to show up well for those walking through grief? When someone we know is walking through grief, we want to help by knowing what to say to ease their pain.  

And yet, many of us feel awkward around grief and loss. We worry that we’ll make things worse by saying the wrong thing. Often we don’t know how to emotionally support others without trying to fix the situation or offer what can feel like empty platitudes.  

Today I’ve invited my friend and fellow podcaster Sherrie Pilkington to share her grief journey after the sudden loss of her husband several years ago. As an advocate for those walking through grief, Sherrie offers practical, much-needed suggestions to best care for a loved one on a grief journey in order to show Christian compassion during this challenging time. 

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: 

[00:00] Why Grief Feels Confusing and Uncomfortable for Everyone 

[09:00] “Grief Doesn’t Need Answers. It Needs..” 

[12:00] Why Sitting With Someone’s Grief Is Often More Healing Than Trying to Fix It 

[14:00] How Consistent, Thoughtful Support Helps Restore Connection To the Grieving 

[16:00] Why Does Being Remembered After the Initial Loss Matter So Deeply? 

[18:00] What Does Grief Support Look Like When Words Fall Short? 

[23:00] How Simple, Tangible Gifts Can Help Those Grieving Feel Seen 

[25:00] Which Phrases Unintentionally Increase Pain for those in Grief? 

[29:00] Monthly Grief Boxes: How to Offer Realistic, Specific Help Without Overwhelming the Grieving 

 

Connect with Sherrie Pilkington via her podcast Finding God in Our Pain, on Instagram (@livelovedthrive), or check out her Sealed With a Hug Grief Boxes (for those wanting to support others walking through grief).  

 

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RELATED EPISODES: 

Ep 119 — Find Healing Through Grief by Serving Others with Ashley from Bridget’s Cradle  

Ep 177 — Coping with Grief and Shattering Loss When Tragedy Strikes (with Lisa Appelo) 

Ep 297: Believing in God’s Love Again After You’ve Been Hurt with Rachael Adams 

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