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How To Talk With Sick, Dying, and Grieving People: When There are No Magic Words to Say
FREE The 5 Worst Things to Say to Someone in Grief at www.PatrickRiecke.com or LiveGriefSeminars.com.“We all want to hug you. Will that be ok?”
The young man whose mom had tragically died that day quietly nodded. Riecke wrapped his arms around him. “I’m so sorry. I wish there were some magic words I could say to make it all better.”
In life’s most difficult moments, we all want to help or say the right thing.
But what do you say? It can feel like all the rules have suddenly changed.
Buy this book today so you will know how to talk with Sick, Dying, and Grieving People, when there are no magic words to say.Scroll up and click "Buy Now" to start reading today.
Rev. Patrick Riecke, M.A., is the Director of Dignity and Spiritual Care for Parkview Health. For over 20 years, Riecke has curated the best methods for helping people and families in exactly these moments.
Book Patrick to speak for your next conference or event at PatrickRiecke.com.
In this book, Riecke
Compelling stories of ultimate suffering and overwhelming significanceMust-do actions for those who want to helpTraps to avoid so you can be successful at making a differenceCase studies of hurting people and how to helpThree Phases of Spiritual GrowthPractical tips for leaders who care about people in grief, trauma or crisisAre you ready to really help? Do you want to know what to say (or not say) to people who are sick, dying or grieving? Buy this book today to start making a difference.
For more free content, videos, and advice on helping people who are sick, dying, or grieving, sign up for Patrick Riecke's weekly emails at www.PatrickRiecke.com. Download the FREE The 5 Worst Things to Say to Someone in Grief.
Recommendation by getAbstract, resource for compressed Rev. Patrick Riecke outlines specific guidance for supporting the grieving, sick or dying – and their friends and family. A hospital chaplain, he writes from a Christian spiritual perspective, including using biblical quotes. His advice is broadly applicable, including for managers helping workers affected by illness and loss. He provides reference lists of the right and wrong things to say to people who are grieving, ill or dying, and to their families. Managers will find the book and its lists very useful. Few people can help during hard times, but being present the right way is “important work.”
The young man whose mom had tragically died that day quietly nodded. Riecke wrapped his arms around him. “I’m so sorry. I wish there were some magic words I could say to make it all better.”
In life’s most difficult moments, we all want to help or say the right thing.
But what do you say? It can feel like all the rules have suddenly changed.
Buy this book today so you will know how to talk with Sick, Dying, and Grieving People, when there are no magic words to say.Scroll up and click "Buy Now" to start reading today.
Rev. Patrick Riecke, M.A., is the Director of Dignity and Spiritual Care for Parkview Health. For over 20 years, Riecke has curated the best methods for helping people and families in exactly these moments.
Book Patrick to speak for your next conference or event at PatrickRiecke.com.
In this book, Riecke
Compelling stories of ultimate suffering and overwhelming significanceMust-do actions for those who want to helpTraps to avoid so you can be successful at making a differenceCase studies of hurting people and how to helpThree Phases of Spiritual GrowthPractical tips for leaders who care about people in grief, trauma or crisisAre you ready to really help? Do you want to know what to say (or not say) to people who are sick, dying or grieving? Buy this book today to start making a difference.
For more free content, videos, and advice on helping people who are sick, dying, or grieving, sign up for Patrick Riecke's weekly emails at www.PatrickRiecke.com. Download the FREE The 5 Worst Things to Say to Someone in Grief.
Recommendation by getAbstract, resource for compressed Rev. Patrick Riecke outlines specific guidance for supporting the grieving, sick or dying – and their friends and family. A hospital chaplain, he writes from a Christian spiritual perspective, including using biblical quotes. His advice is broadly applicable, including for managers helping workers affected by illness and loss. He provides reference lists of the right and wrong things to say to people who are grieving, ill or dying, and to their families. Managers will find the book and its lists very useful. Few people can help during hard times, but being present the right way is “important work.”
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Published March 17, 2018
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January 11, 2019
Helpful resource as a chaplain and Christian counselor
Having worked for several years as a hospital chaplain, many of the cases cited in this book hit home. The last chapter covering the loss of an unborn baby did in particular as I helped one of our own staff members through this ordeal recently.
I highly recommend this book for anyone who works with people facing trauma, pain, or death.
Having worked for several years as a hospital chaplain, many of the cases cited in this book hit home. The last chapter covering the loss of an unborn baby did in particular as I helped one of our own staff members through this ordeal recently.
I highly recommend this book for anyone who works with people facing trauma, pain, or death.
November 19, 2019
I'm a Chaplain...this was useful!
Biblically sound and full of good old common sense. Often there absolutely are NO RIGHT WORDS to say, so this author suggests, one at a time, to do what the bible says in such circumstances as much as we are humanly possible. I loved it ....and he also explains what NOT to say and WHY some common expressions are just not helpful. Easy to read, understand and quickly apply for all of us. As a volunteer Chaplain, I thank the author.
Biblically sound and full of good old common sense. Often there absolutely are NO RIGHT WORDS to say, so this author suggests, one at a time, to do what the bible says in such circumstances as much as we are humanly possible. I loved it ....and he also explains what NOT to say and WHY some common expressions are just not helpful. Easy to read, understand and quickly apply for all of us. As a volunteer Chaplain, I thank the author.
October 27, 2019
A Must Read for Every Caring Human...
Thank you, Pastor Patrick Riecke....I read your book this morning, and want to Thank You for your insight and advice. I highly recommend this simple and to the point book to anyone that cares about others. May we all grow in grace and knowledge.
Thank you, Pastor Patrick Riecke....I read your book this morning, and want to Thank You for your insight and advice. I highly recommend this simple and to the point book to anyone that cares about others. May we all grow in grace and knowledge.
December 13, 2022
INSIGHTFUL AND COMFORTING
I feel that I have a better understanding and sensitivity toward those who are facing death as well as their loved ones. I pray that I will better able to offer comfort during this time in their lives.
I feel that I have a better understanding and sensitivity toward those who are facing death as well as their loved ones. I pray that I will better able to offer comfort during this time in their lives.
July 14, 2024
This had some valid points, but was much more "churchy" then I expected. Of course, no surprise given it was written by a chaplain. I was most disappointed by the constant links and notes to sign up for his workshops.
June 14, 2019
Touching and useful
This is a simple book with profound advice. It would be a good read for people who are not clergy as well as for clergy.
This is a simple book with profound advice. It would be a good read for people who are not clergy as well as for clergy.
March 8, 2023
A good brief resource for those who wish to comfort the grieving. As a chaplain, I was hoping for more verbatim examples, but this is primarily a resource for the laity.
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