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How to show up for a friend getting divorced

  • Writer: Alan Jacobs
    Alan Jacobs
  • Sep 3, 2024
  • 1 min read

In this excellent article from the New York Times, Jancee Dunn offers ideas to help a loved one who is going through a divorce.


  • Make plans during the toughest part of your friend’s week.

  • Invite your friend — to everything.

  • Don’t trash your friend’s ex.

  • Offer to help announce the split.

  • Help your friend “rediscover” themself.

 
 
 

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