When someone dies, it can be hard to find the right words. You might feel like anything you write won’t be enough, or that your words are too much. The truth is, there is no magic formula for what you should say. As long as your message is personal and from the heart it’s sure to be appreciated.

You can choose to write something about the deceased, or you can write a message to the people who have lost their loved one. It’s completely up to you what you write.Before you put pen to paper, here are a few things you should consider.

Acknowledge the death

In fear of saying the wrong thing and upsetting the bereaved family, you might find yourself not wanting to explicitly mention the death. But this can do more harm than good. Acknowledging someone’s death when expressing sympathy is completely normal. It also shows the person you’re giving flowers to that you’re comfortable enough to talk about this in the future should they need to.

Keep it authentic

Writing a sympathy message can be daunting but try not to overthink it. Some thoughtful words like a favourite memory or how much you’ll miss the person will mean so much more than something that’s pre-written in a card. If you’re struggling to find the right words, simply offering your condolences to the family is also fine.

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Keep it authentic

Writing a sympathy message can be daunting but try not to overthink it. Some thoughtful words like a favourite memory or how much you’ll miss the person will mean so much more than something that’s pre-written in a card. If you’re struggling to find the right words, simply offering your condolences to the family is also fine.

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Offer help, not advice

Offer help, not advice

During this intensely emotional time, it can be tempting to offer advice to the bereaved. But words like ‘stay positive’ or ‘it’s gets better with time’ can be hurtful. Remember, your words don’t have to offer a solution to the situation. After all, how could anything you write solve the grief someone is experiencing. Expressing your sympathy and offering your condolences shows you care. And if you’re able to offer the person practical support, mention that in your message.

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