How to show up for a friend getting divorced

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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