How do I get over the death of my best friend?

Coping with the Death of a Friend

Surround yourself with a circle of support. You need loved ones to help you get through these tough times.
Accept not having an answer. It’s natural to ask the question “why?” over and over again.
Take care of yourself.
Comfort yourself in your sorrow.
Do something.

What do you say when your friend’s best friend dies?

The Best Things to Say to Someone in Grief

I am so sorry for your loss.
I wish I had the right words, just know I care.
I don’t know how you feel, but I am here to help in any way I can.
You and your loved one will be in my thoughts and prayers.
My favorite memory of your loved one is…
I am always just a phone call away.

How do you deal with losing a friendship?

How to Get Over A Friendship Breakup

Acknowledge your pain. First, know that your grief is normal.
Practice self-care.
Avoid rumination.
Exercise.
Talk to someone.
Read about others in your situation.
Try a new friend group.
Examine what went wrong in the friendship.

What does it feel like to lose a best friend?

What does it feel like to lose a best friend? It feels like being ripped apart and not into perfect halves. Like you don’t know who you are without them. It feels like a void eating at you when you least expect it.

How do you know you’re losing your best friend?

10 Signs You’re Breaking Up With Your Best Friend

You don’t talk as often.
You take long to answer or don’t answer at all.
Your interest in the conversation is minimal.
No effort is made to see each other.
The other person blames you.
When they start choosing bae over you.
You’re more disappointed in your friendship than not.

Do you want to talk about the death of a friend?

Chances are, your friend would be thrilled to talk about the person they lost. Obviously don’t force it if they are reluctant, but the overwhelming majority of people I’ve encountered who are dealing with loss want to talk about their loved one. They may also want to talk about the actual death itself.

How to help a friend who just lost a loved one?

A person who just lost a loved one is not well and won’t be for a very long time, if ever. Don’t make them consider your feelings before answering. The first few months after I lost Aaron, this question seemed so grossly insensitive that I felt anger every time I heard it, even though I knew the asker meant well.

Who are some imaginary friends that adults have?

Fox News viewers think of Bill O’Reilly as their buddy. Daily Show viewers think of Jon Stewart as their pal. Lenin never met Marx who died when Lenin was twelve. Paul Ryan never met Ayn Rand who died when Paul was twelve. No Muslim today ever met Mohammed, and no Christian met Jesus, though they sing that they have a friend in him.

What to do with things after the death of a loved one?

After the loss of a special someone, the painful task of sifting through and parting with that someone’s special somethings lies in wait. Which clothes to keep? Which work files to discard?