Grief Grower

E25: Supporting Someone #1: You Don't Have to Be a Therapist to Comfort a Grieving Friend


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You don't need to be a therapist to support someone grieving. In this episode, discover why presence matters more than credentials and how to show up with confidence, even when you feel unqualified.

You'll hear:

  • Why "comforter imposter syndrome" is so common

  • How grievers often find the deepest support outside therapy

  • Three questions to ask to boost your comforter confidence

  • Practical ways to offer care without overthinking it

Pre-order my new book, Of Course I'm Here Right Now: Three Actually Helpful Things to Say to Someone Grieving: https://www.shelbyforsythia.com/of-course-im-here-right-now

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