Someday Is Here | Season 2: Still Unfinished | Episode 7 | What Not to Say When Someone Is Sick or Grieving

In this episode, Kerri LISW-S and I explore how to support loved ones through serious illness and grief, emphasizing the importance of presence over perfect words. Kerri Mazzone shares insights on what to say, what to avoid, and how to simply be with someone in their most vulnerable moments.Chapters00:00 Introduction to supporting loved ones in crisis02:10 Carrie Mazzone's background and focus on grief and illness03:58 Why we fear saying the wrong thing and the importance of presence09:00 How to respond when someone shares a serious diagnosis15:04 The impact of metaphors like fighting cancer and battle language19:59 How to support someone after the funeral or loss24:57 Supporting grief that doesn't look 'typical'30:00 The fluid nature of grief and emotional responses35:00 Understanding the non-linear process of grief39:56 The importance of authentic presence and avoiding dismissive phrases