Board Library/Showing SupportTricky conversationsShowing SupportFind thoughtful words for a hard day, a loss, or a friend who doesn’t need another pep talk.16 messagesWarmgroundedINSIDE THIS BOARDCopy the message you need.16Hard newsI’m so sorry. You don’t have to find the right words with me.CopyAfter a lossI’m so sorry for your loss. I’m thinking of you, and there’s no need to reply.CopyStill thinking of youI know the messages get quieter after a while. I’m still thinking of you.CopyA difficult dayI know today may be a hard one. Would you like some company, or would you rather have space?CopyKeep the memoryIf you ever want to tell me about them, I’d be glad to listen.CopyListen or work it out?Would it help more if I listened, or do you want to think through options together?CopyNo bright side neededYou don’t have to put a positive spin on it for me. You’re allowed to be upset.CopyThat sounds exhaustingThat sounds exhausting. I’m sorry you’ve had to keep dealing with it.CopyOffer dinnerI can bring dinner over. Would that help, or would another day be better?CopyA quiet walkWould a short walk together help? We don’t have to talk about anything heavy.CopyOne practical thingIs there one errand I could take off your list this week?CopyNo need to hostI’d be happy to sit with you for a bit. You wouldn’t need to tidy up or entertain me.CopyA job disappointmentI’m sorry it didn’t work out. I know you put a lot into it. Want to talk, or take your mind off it for a while?CopyA hard decisionI can see this isn’t an easy choice. I’ll listen without trying to make it for you.CopyCheck again laterWould it be okay if I checked in again later this week?CopyGlad you told meI’m glad you told me. You don’t have to make this sound smaller for my sake.CopyMORE BOARDSKeep exploring.Saying NoDecline a favor, protect your time, or set a limit without turning it into a long explanation.Money with FriendsTalk about shared costs, repayments, and plans that don’t fit your budget.Clear the AirOwn a mistake, clear up a misunderstanding, or explain what hurt you without starting a fight.
