Top 5 ways to help your patner deal with the loss of a sibling.

When two people get into a love relationship there is a deep connection that is formed. When your patner is experiencing some down time especially after losing a sibling, it can have an impact on yourself as well. It is, however, important to be a pillar of support for your patner and to have empathy over what they will be going through. Here are on helpful tips on helping your patner deal with the loss of a sibling.

1. Let them cry.

Let your patner feel that crying in your presence is fine. Letting out emotions through crying is a good way of dealing with the heartache and loss. Let them know that it is safe for them to let go and let it all out in your presence. While it might be viewed as not being manly to cry, do not let such stereotypes discourage your patner from crying it out.

2. Be honest

During this time, your patner needs genuine support. Phrases like “It is O.K” might not be helpful when things are clearly not o.k. Rather say things like,”I do not know what to say but I am here for you and I’m sorry for the loss”.

3. Give your patner some room to grieve.

People grieve differently. Some need a little bit of space and to e left alone for a while. Respect that. Do not say hurtful things such as that your patner should be over it by now. Do not assume that the way you would grieve is the same as theirs.

4. Be comfortable with silence

When your patner is in grief they might opt to keep queit. You should expect this. Do not pressure them into talking when they feel like keeping quiet.

5. Grief does not have an expiry date.

Remember that grief does not have a timeline by which it must have stopped. Some people grieve forever. Be caring, gentle and understanding in the long run. Be sensitive