My best friend's dad passed away yesterday. She became really depressed and I don't know what I should do. She had to sell a lot of her things (i.e. her piano, dogs..). She sort of mentioned she was going to move and I'm afraid she'll transfer schools.
She's usually smiling and I was shocked to see her cry. It was the first time. I don't know what I should do to help her or comfort her. Any ideas?
2007-12-06 01:26:32 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Friends
Thanks for all of your answers, it really helps. I'm grateful to all of you who answered my question.
2007-12-06 23:51:39 · update #1
Just be there for her. Let her know that even if she has to move, you will still be friends and keep in touch.
2007-12-06 01:31:29 · answer #1 · answered by beaners1229 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Having a parent pass away is really hard. The best thing you can do is listen and reasure her that you will be there for her. Once things calm done a little try to see if you can get her to go do a few things that she likes and take things slowly. This more than likely won't be the first time you see her cry. My mom passed away two years ago and I still have moments when something stirs my feelings and I cry and really miss her. Sometimes it's even when we are out and about and it's a little embarassing but I alsways get through it. One thing to remember is her pain will always be there but as time goes she will learn how to deal with it better. You are a great friend to be so concerned.
2007-12-06 01:39:02 · answer #2 · answered by sanzoe 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why Lie, communicate up the certainty, what's your buddy's Father reaction to- Is your buddy too youthful to have a relationship? Are they in some form of illicit relationship which your buddy's dad got here upon it out from others or himself? Or is it because of the fact of cultural and religions diverse.? For the 1st- i think of no father needs their babies to get smash till now they have been mature adequate to calm down. think of with regards to the orphange who has dad and mom yet not determine. the final way is to heed what in his opinion, communicate the subject remember with adulthood( enable them to communicate the project like adults). 2d - that's actual undesirable shape.. i might say beg for forgivness could be the final selection. 0.33- that's so double serious, which i hate maximum. yet somewhat frankly, human beings have diverse suggestions-set and comments, they have been so fundamentalist. besides the final way is the two smash up or run away.. sturdy luck
2016-12-10 14:22:42 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just be there for her even if you guys don't talk at all, another presence is a tremendous help. Trust me on this I've been there. You're her friend, so be her friend. Be there for whatever she needs talk, help, or just your presence can make a HUGE difference. And tell her the truth if she asks you a question, don't say what you think she wants to hear to make her feel better. Don't be mean or rude about it, but be honest...that is VERY important at this stage. Just be there. You don't even have to tell her you'll be there, actions speak louder than words.
2007-12-06 02:20:44 · answer #4 · answered by flashpro 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My step-father drive to the mountain and rent a house just for a week with my own family to make the time passes by when my 6mnd child die.
Some how it help?
2007-12-06 01:36:47 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Like a lot of people have already said, Just be there for her. Ask her if there is something you can do to help her, and give her a hug. Tell her how much you care about her, and be compassionate.
2007-12-06 02:27:11 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry to hear that. My thoughts and prayers are with your friend and all her loved ones. All you can do is be there for her in any kind of emotional or physically support. Of courses shes going to cry that was her dad. The last thing you should be doing is thinking of yourself. If she has to move then she has to move. your friendship dose not have to end there. Just be a good friend and be with her every step of the way.
2007-12-06 01:36:24 · answer #7 · answered by Aikalee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just be there for her...even though her dad isn't there you can be there to comfort her and to let her know your there for her...i am really sorry to hear that..it must be hard for her :(
2007-12-06 03:23:32 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sad
2007-12-06 01:48:38 · answer #9 · answered by Rana 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋