It is a fact that everyone has to go through loss of dear ones, at some point of time in their life, and this is something inevitable. It is natural for the person to go into mourning that would definitely cause them to be in grief, and not to take care of their health. It is at this time, friends, neighbours, and relatives come to offer their condolences, and offer sympathy gifts.

Comforting during grief

Grieving is considered to be something personal and an individual experience. It is very important for the others to comfort the person and make him to realize that the loss is something that is unbearable, but has to be overcome with. Sympathy hampers are regarded to be a great way to comforting the person in grief, and helping them at this point of time. It shows that the individual is beside the person through this time of loss, and would help in every way to make them come out of it. As a matter of fact, it does show how much the individual cares for the grieving person, and wants him/her to come out of it quickly and without damaging their health.

• It could be that at the time of the loss, the individual is away in another town or country. In such a case, it would be better to talk to the person over the phone. One can easily find plenty of phone packages that offer lucrative deals, so that they can talk together for hours if required, and without causing damage to the savings.

• Making the effort to make a call, come by and to help the person out for months or a year to overcome grief: Such people could find crowds a bit difficult for them. Holidays and shopping could be overwhelming. The individual can offer his help.

• The first six months could be emotionally trying for the person, and hence, preparing good meals might be really difficult. In such a case, the individual can help the person by sending meal vouchers as gifts from a local catering company or restaurant.

• Being wary of destructive behaviours: As a matter of fact, a traumatic loss could make some people to get into drug, or alcohol abuse, or depression. It would be a great thing if the individual can keep an eye on the person for a while, until they become mentally tough.
• Laughter is undoubtedly the best medicine: After some time, the individual can come up with great stories on their loved ones, which would make them to cry and laugh. Also, watching television shows together can help them to uplift their spirits.
• ·Be willing to perform difficult things along with the person: It would send the right message if the individual tries to do something difficult for the person. It does not have to be anything heroic, but small actions like helping with the funeral, attending the court or other things.
• ·A good and caring individual would make sure that the person who is in grief is assisted to get through it and regain back their confidence and happiness.