When it comes to writing in a sympathy card, it can be challenging to find the right words to put in the card. We never want to say the wrong thing, but at the same time, we want to offer words of comfort and support – but even our best intentions are never clear or concise. When it comes to what to write in a sympathy card, we share some tips and phrases that make something sometimes awkward and uncomfortable, easy to do. We have compiled some useful tips that can help create those personal and heartfelt messages.
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After experiencing a loss, it can sometimes feel impossible to face a new reality and accept a new usual way of life. There is no rule nor specific timeline as to how long one can grieve for before they should be “okay.” When it comes to grief and mourning, it is essential to take each day one by one. If the person who is experiencing the loss is a friend or family member, taking some time in your day to show your support during this difficult time can mean a lot to them.
There are no one-size-fits-all sympathy cards for loss, nor is there the ideal combination of words to show support. Sometimes the best messages are the ones that come straight from the heart. Don’t stress when it comes to sympathy cards, as many cards already have some prewritten words of sympathy already written up. You can enhance the prepopulated message with a simple message.
Just as one can find different types of birthday or anniversary cards, there are different types of sympathy cards to pick from. Below, we share different kinds of sympathy cards and the messages you can include in each one.
General sympathy cards are good for someone who you may not be close with or someone whom you have known for only a short amount of time. Someone you would give a general sympathy card to includes a colleague, neighbor, or acquaintance.
An example of the different messages you can write in a general sympathy card include:
These messages are ideal for someone who has suffered the loss of a mother or father.
These messages are ideal for someone who has lost their spouse.
Signing a sympathy card is not like signing a birthday or anniversary card. Some examples of how you can sign a sympathy card include:
Want to add something extra to the sympathy card? Some additional points to add to a sympathy card include a personal story or memory of the person. This can help show you are keeping the person’s memory alive. A photograph can add a personal touch and show the closeness and impact the person had on your life. Other things that could be included in a sympathy card that just adds to it are inspirational quotes or scriptures.
These personal touches can provide support to the person and show just how much the deceased person meant. Even if the person who has passed may have been an acquaintance, these small acts can mean a lot to the person experiencing the loss.
Remember that when it comes to writing a sympathy card, consider who the recipient is and the relationship you have with them and the deceased. What you write in a sympathy card of a family member is going to be very different than what you write in the sympathy card of a colleague or friend. If you are not close with the person, avoid being too emotional or sentimental as it may come across as trying too hard. Do not use jokes and try to be humorous, as it may not be adequately perceived.
Writing a sympathy card is never easy, regardless of how close you are or were with the person. What matters the most is the thought and effort that went to writing and sending the card – this act is what is going to be appreciated.
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