Keep Showing Up
When people are in pain, it's too hard for them to figure out what they need, let alone reach out to someone and ask if they can do it.
So don't wait - just show up and do it.
"Do you want Chinese or pizza tonight?"
"I'm going to Trader joes and buying those cookies you like. Do you want me to grab fruit and veggies for you to have in the fridge too?"
"I'm going for a walk at 7. I will knock on your door and see if you're up for coming - if you don't respond, I will know that you're not. And then I will try again on Friday."
"I'm coming by at 9 to take your kids to Shabbat groups - don't worry if they're not dressed. I will help them."
But the biggest issue is that people forget about someone after the crisis is over. Grief and pain don't go away just because people are onto the next tragedy.
Keep showing up.
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