Being a Better Grief Friend
Even fellow members of the grief club can find it hard to know what to say or do when a friend is going through it. Need a reminder on what is most helpful, instead of quickly changing the subject, or simply being at a loss for words? Here are some crowdsourced tools from The Dinner Party community about what good support has looked like for them.
Asking Better Questions
Most of us aren’t looking to be fixed. We’re looking to be witnessed. So, let's all ask each other better questions, not just questions to satisfy one’s own curiosity but ones that offer space, offer reflection, questions that are generous. Check out our Ask Better Questions one-pager made in partnership with the School Crisis Recovery and Renewal Project.
Being There Guide
This is an oldie but a greatie in Dinner Party resource world. Need a refresher on how to be there for friends who are grieving? Give this a read.
Books on Being There
Read up on building better community and on the power of showing up, so that when shit happens, we’re not alone.
How to Not be an Asshole About Suicide
…and for some further recommended reading: our guide on being a better person when talking about suicide.
Showing Up on Particularly Tricky Days
Crowdsourced tips for checking in on the days when we may be missing our people a little extra. Send a text with “no need to reply to this” disclaimer, ask a question, listen to the response, be open to whatever comes up, basically? Just try.
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