What you can do to support the person who is dying Sitting with the person and listening is important. Careful listening helps the person who is dying to share their feelings. It may also help you understand their concerns. Be respectful of what the person says. Try not to brush them off or change the topic. Most people just want to be listened to as they express their hopes and fears. They may also just want to know they are not alone. Talking about dying and death Talking about dying and death can be difficult. Many people find it hard to know what to say. People can also react in ways you might not expect. Some people avoid talking about it. Some remain positive, while others want to talk more openly.
You may be unsure of what to say. There is no right or wrong way to deal with this. Everyone is different.
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