In case you can’t see the meme
10 Things to Say Instead of ‘Stop Crying’:
1. It’s okay to be sad.
2. This is really hard for you.
3. I’m here for you.
4. Tell me about it.
5. I hear you.
6. That was really scary, sad, etc.
7. I will help you work it out.
8. I’m listening.
9. I hear that you need space. I want to be here for you. I’ll stay close so you can find me when you’re ready.
10. It doesn’t feel fair.
[A cloud cries tears into an ocean; a small sailboat carrying a bearded person holding up a bucket is on the waves; each wave contains one of the things to say.]
Olivia 
For times when there are no words…these are the words we search for…would make a perfect poster for a classroom. Thanks for sharing..hugs abby
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Yep, so true. It would be a great poster for a classroom! ❤
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I like this. Men grieve. We may not be as cognizant of our feelings as women. (Just “be” with that statement if there are gender issues present.) So sadness, tears come out as anger. This helps me reboot, if you will, my emotional settings.
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I’m glad you like it!! I think you’re right, men need extra support to be able to sit with their own feelings of sadness. I’m glad this helps you do that. ❤
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Great poster! I said all of these things to myself today. Feeling pretty gloomy now that my family has gone back to their lives.
Amy
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Glad you liked it – sorry you needed it!! Hope things lighten up for you soon. Hugs…
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Thank you for sharing Olivia. These are definitely words we need to hear from time to time.
Hugs
Roz
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Thanks, Roz, I’m glad you liked it! Hugs…
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Sometimes it is so hard to find the right things to say. Sometimes when I’m sad, all I want is to be held. No words needed.
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Yeah, I hear you. Being held is super nice.
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Thanks for sharing Olivia, very wise words. Can I keep a copy of that please?
Hugs Lindy xx
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I’m glad you liked it, and of course you can!!
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