people who are grieving.
Here are four things you should generally avoid saying at a funeral.
1. “Everything Happens for a Reason”
This phrase is often used with good intentions. Some people say it because they want to help someone find meaning in a painful situation.
However, immediately after a death, the statement can sound dismissive.
A grieving person may not be ready to search for a reason behind the loss. They may simply be experiencing sadness, anger, confusion, or shock.
Instead of trying to explain why the death happened,
