Koz answers another listener question.  If you have one, use #KozKnows.

The listener has lost a sibling and empathizes with a friend who recently lost her sibling.  It's coming up on the one year anniversary of her friend's loss, and she wants to if she should reach out.  

The holiday is a tricky time for someone suffering from a recent loss.  Koz recommends keeping it simple.  Texting is okay.  Let them know you're thinking of them and that you have a similar experience.  Make sure they don't feel pressured to respond.  That pressure just adds to their burden.  Make the invitation open.  

If you promise to check in again later, make sure you follow through.  Don't promise then bail.  That happens all the time with people who grieve.  There's lots of support early, then it fades.  Stick with it but keep it open and pressure- free.