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NEW RELEASE

What to Say When You Don't Know What to Say: Loving a Friend Through Grief

Most of us want to be there for our grieving friends, but we often feel paralyzed by the fear of saying the wrong thing. This practical, compassionate guide offers the words and actions needed to walk beside those we love during their hardest moments.
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From the Foreword: ​“I'm honored to introduce you to Mark Lucero. The concepts found in this book are not only a guide to walk with courage and compassion with your friend through this unthinkably complicated time of grief, but also an invitation to an expansion of your own heart.” –​ Patty Reis, Grief Educator

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Praise and Endorsements
“For anyone grappling with the daunting task of supporting a grieving friend or loved one, this book is an indispensable resource. Overflowing with profound wisdom and genuine compassion, every page offers support and guidance.”​ ​–Andrea Hurst, Author of The Guestbook
“Mark Lucero gives language to the vulnerable and lonely journey of grief. This book offers a clear understanding of grief, its crushing impact, and addresses our deepest fears in how to be around someone in grief.”​ ​–Michael & Dana Russo, Grief Therapists and Educators, HOPE RISES
“I purchased this book in my desire to support friends who have experienced profound loss. What I did not anticipate was an acknowledgement and understanding of my own carried grief. Mark gives us tools to support the mourning journey.”​​ 
​–Amazon Review

For Book Groups
This book is powerful for groups. Grief is a universal human experience. And reading this book together, whether in a book club, faith community, grief support group, or among friends, creates a rare and meaningful kind of conversation. We have all loved someone who was grieving. We have all wondered what to say.

A companion discussion guide with questions for each chapter is available to help your group go deeper.
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